Looking for a fun, frugal, DIY holiday gift? You can make many wonderful gifts from paper, and all you need is a little inspiration, ambition, and a few pieces of paper.
Though some economists are tentative and a few disagree outright, the majority of people in the know believe that the worldwide recession has hit rock bottom and we are now, slowly
There are good reasons to go to college. And, if you do go to college, you will no doubt learn a lot. But you can learn anywhere — and probably learn more, better, and fast
Fail to reach another goal? Don't beat yourself up about it (that's reason #6), but do use this list to learn why you've failed — and how to do better next time.
Is it still possible to make money thrift shopping? Has eBay killed thrifting? Learn the 9 secret strategies for pulling a profit in the a tight market.
Boost your decluttering efforts by tidying your mind with a clear mantra and stay focused on keeping only the things that satisfy your goals, wants, and desires.
I don't fly or travel frequently enough to make the most of rewards points, but I still like earning them with the notion that someday I might be able to take advantage of them. [more]
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Looking for a fun, frugal, DIY holiday gift? You can make many wonderful gifts from paper, and all you need is a little inspiration, ambition, and a few pieces of paper.
How to Improve Your Finances Using Social Media
Social media is more than just viral videos and baby pictures — use it to boost your finances, too!
Walking the Tight Rope of Financial Recovery: The Mental Game
Though some economists are tentative and a few disagree outright, the majority of people in the know believe that the worldwide recession has hit rock bottom and we are now, slowly
Your Web Presence Will Soon Be More Valuable Than Your Credit Rating
Soon it won't be enough to remove those compromising tweets and selfies. To succeed and prosper, you need to build an attractive online persona.
Don't Go to College to Learn
There are good reasons to go to college. And, if you do go to college, you will no doubt learn a lot. But you can learn anywhere — and probably learn more, better, and fast
11 Dollar Store Buys That Are Almost Too Good to Believe
The dollar store has many hidden gems worth uncovering. They're almost too good to be true!
Cheaper and Healthier: 20 Tasty Energy Bars You Can Make at Home
Store bought energy bars are handy snacks, but they're pricey and not always healthful. Make your own instead to save money and calories!
8 Money Lessons We Can Learn From Baseball
Our beloved national pastime can teach us a whole lot about hitting a home run with our money.
10 Reasons Why You're Not Reaching Your Goals (and How to Change That)
Fail to reach another goal? Don't beat yourself up about it (that's reason #6), but do use this list to learn why you've failed — and how to do better next time.
5 Great Retail Jobs for Working Parents
Looking to make some extra holiday cash? These retail jobs offer decent perks for folks with families.
5 Amazing Online Cooking Shows That Teach You All the Skills You Need
Looking to hone your cooking skills? These lively and informative shows will transform your cookery from stale toast to devil's food cake.
Live Abroad for Less (Also at Home)
All but one of the "live abroad for less" ideas are just as applicable to frugal living in your home country.
$20 in San Francisco: The Best Ways to Spend It
Baghdad by the Bay is not known as a cheap place to live, but it does boast plenty of cheap outings. Find out how far 20 bucks will take you there!
Moments in the "Garden of Eatin"
Food that is fresh will make you loosen that top button because your pants will be too tight to hold your overflowing wallet from the savings.
Best Money Tips: Carry a Water Bottle to Save Money
Discover the savings in a water bottle, cheap ingredient substitutions, 15 out-of-the-box ways to use petroleum jelly, and more!
Guerrilla Thrift Shopping: The 9 Laws of Profit
Is it still possible to make money thrift shopping? Has eBay killed thrifting? Learn the 9 secret strategies for pulling a profit in the a tight market.
7 Mantras to Sharpen Your Resolve to Downsize and Declutter
Boost your decluttering efforts by tidying your mind with a clear mantra and stay focused on keeping only the things that satisfy your goals, wants, and desires.
Are You Underpaid? How to Figure Out What Salary You Deserve
How much are you worth? Discover the salary you should really be earning.
Maximizing Rewards Programs with Points.com
I don't fly or travel frequently enough to make the most of rewards points, but I still like earning them with the notion that someday I might be able to take advantage of them. [more]
What You Need to Know About the Easiest Way to Save for Retirement
Target-date funds are an easy way to "set and forget" your retirement savings. But they have a few downsides, too.