A friend of mine has a pathological weakness for impulse shopping. But using the techniques outlined here, she dug herself out of debt and into impulse shopping bliss.
Boo! Win the office costume party with something from one of these online costume shops and still have enough left over to buy candy for your trick-or-treaters.
If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
Keeping the house clean when you're a pet owner isn't easy, it can be. Just use any of these five pet stain cleaners and your floors will always look tidy.
Our grandmothers didn't just know how to make delicious, simple food; they also knew how to make it darn frugal, as our Senior Editor shows in her book.
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All Dried Up: How to Dry Fruits and Vegetables
Extending the life of extra produce and making healthier snacks is simple — dry your fruits and veggies! Learn how with this guide.
25 Frugal Ways to "Pay It Forward"
Paying it forward — doing something nice for someone else — makes that person feel great AND improves your day. Here's how to do it frugally.
Impulse Shopping: A Controllable Handicap
A friend of mine has a pathological weakness for impulse shopping. But using the techniques outlined here, she dug herself out of debt and into impulse shopping bliss.
The 7 Best Ways to Earn Travel Points and Miles Without a Credit Card
Good news! There are several ways to rack up travel points and miles without the use of a credit card.
6 Ways to Resist a Splurge
A sure way to bust a budget is to cave in to every wish and whim. Get control of your urge to splurge and regain control of your money.
What to Do If You Don't Have Your ID at the Airport
If you've misplaced your passport and ID just before boarding a flight, don't panic! Hope is not lost.
13 Sites to Find Your Halloween Costume Cheap
Boo! Win the office costume party with something from one of these online costume shops and still have enough left over to buy candy for your trick-or-treaters.
Get Your Closet Ready for Summer With These 5 Hacks
Who needs winter duds taking up precious real estate? Clear out your wool and Gore-Tex, make way for cotton, and declutter your wardrobe all at once.
Going to Be a Mommy? Know Your Rights
What if you have an employer that is not committed to accommodating your choice to bear children? The good news is you have rights.
Where to Turn for Help When You Don't Have an Emergency Fund
If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
8 Totally Free Things You Can Sell on eBay
Odds are, you probably have one or more of these totally free items hanging around your house (or backyard). They can fetch a profit on eBay!
5 Emergency Situations You Must Prepare For (and 5 You Can Ignore)
It won't be the end of the world as you know it if you plan for likely calamities, but you probably don't need to prep for the end of the world.
The 5 Best Pet Stain Removers
Keeping the house clean when you're a pet owner isn't easy, it can be. Just use any of these five pet stain cleaners and your floors will always look tidy.
How to Improve Your Credit Score
By following a few simple steps you can improve your financial situation and credit score.
11 Easy Ways to Earn More on eBay
Whether you're clearing clutter or opening an online store, eBay is the go-to place to make extra cash. These tips will help you earn even more.
How One Nice Thing Can Ruin Your Whole Budget
This is precisely why we can't have nice things.
How to Save for Retirement While Caring for Kids and Parents
In between caring for your parents and your kids, you need to care for yourself, too — especially your financial future self.
6 Times When It's Okay to Take a Loan
There's nothing frugal about borrowing to support a lavish lifestyle. But for essential big purchases, it's okay to visit your bank.
Why You Should Ask for a CLUE Report Before Buying a Home
Wouldn't it be nice if you knew about a home's repeat problems before you bought it? There's a way; it's called a CLUE report.
Little Old Lady Recipes: Classic Frugal Cooking
Our grandmothers didn't just know how to make delicious, simple food; they also knew how to make it darn frugal, as our Senior Editor shows in her book.