When I went off to college in 1977, inflation was high and rising, but the maximum interest rate you could earn on a savings account was capped by the government at a fraction over
A few months ago I wrote about several car buying incentives that were floating around. This was before the bankruptcy of Chrysler and GM and there was a rumor going around that t
A modern new dishwasher should last 15 years, but you can extend the machine's useful lifetime much longer than that with a few simple maintenance chores.
Our decisions can leave deep and lasting impacts on our future financial health, even if they don't seem to be connected to money. Here are five you must watch for.
Today we found some stellar articles on saving time and reducing stress, how to do the right tasks in the right order, and the biggest tax audit triggers.
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Recently, a reader asked how to give stock to kids in her life in an effort to inspire a life-long interest in investing. Here are ideas on ways to get the younger generation start
Today we found some amazing articles on sniffing out the best deals on hotel rooms, how being frugal can cost you money, and staying within your budget when buying a house.
Today we found articles on tactics for an inexpensive Thanksgiving meal, ways to make hundreds at your next yard sale, and online sources for the best Black Friday deals.
Today, we give you tips to being professional, getting your friends to join the frugal wagon, prepping your car for winter, and a delicious wine jelly recipe!
Today, we give you advice from young millionaires, Halloween apps for spooky and safe fun, an intro to the What Not To Do list, and tips to help you negotiate medical bills.
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Burning more calories doesn't mean you have to spend endless hours at the gym. Instead, try these easy ways to incorporate exercise into your day.
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Flashback Friday: 84 Reasons to Be Done With Summer and Get Excited for Fall
If only we could fast forward through the remaining weeks of summer heat and get right to fall fun. Read on and feel the chill!
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5 Decisions With Unexpected Financial Consequences
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4 Ways to Eat Less Salt Without Losing Flavor
Americans consume far more sodium than they should (blame processed foods). Reduce your intake with some simple steps that don't sacrifice flavor.
8 Clever Ways to Sample the Good Life
A fishstick budget sure puts a damper on having caviar taste. Get a taste of the high life regardless with some clever workarounds.
Best Money Tips: Never Cheap Out on These Things
Today we found articles on things you should never cheap out on, ways to eliminate financial clutter, and how to protect yourself from unhealthy air.
Best Money Tips: Saving Time and Reducing Stress
Today we found some stellar articles on saving time and reducing stress, how to do the right tasks in the right order, and the biggest tax audit triggers.
How to Make the Most of Your 401K
Most of us have a 401k account with our employer. But there are people who've decided not to participate in their employer's retirement program for a variety of reasons. But imagi
Getting Kids Started with the Stock Market
Recently, a reader asked how to give stock to kids in her life in an effort to inspire a life-long interest in investing. Here are ideas on ways to get the younger generation start
Best Money Tips: Sniffing Out the Best Deals on Hotel Rooms
Today we found some amazing articles on sniffing out the best deals on hotel rooms, how being frugal can cost you money, and staying within your budget when buying a house.
Best Money Tips: How to Host a Thanksgiving Dinner on the Cheap
Today we found articles on tactics for an inexpensive Thanksgiving meal, ways to make hundreds at your next yard sale, and online sources for the best Black Friday deals.
Best Money Tips: Things to Buy at the Dollar Store
Today we found some great articles on things to buy at the dollar store, ways to make money blogging, and easy ways to improve your life in 5 minutes.
9 Frugal Winter Activities to Keep Kids Busy During Holiday Break
The kids are home for the holidays! But can you keep them entertained without busting your budget? You sure can!
Turn Your Home Into a Spa With These 5 Frugal Stress Relievers
Science says you really need a vacation, but your budget says no way. What to do? Bring rest and relaxation home on the cheap!
Best Money Tips: How to Be Professional
Today, we give you tips to being professional, getting your friends to join the frugal wagon, prepping your car for winter, and a delicious wine jelly recipe!
Best Money Tips: Be a Millionaire by 25
Today, we give you advice from young millionaires, Halloween apps for spooky and safe fun, an intro to the What Not To Do list, and tips to help you negotiate medical bills.