Nobody wants to be poor. It's a dangerous and constrained position to be in. But there are people out there (me, for instance) who are relatively happy to live at a fairly low st
I get free books in the mail every year. I don't have to review them, pay postage or do anything else with them. Uncle Sam sends them to me because I ask for them. These publicatio
Today we found helpful articles on simple ways to make healthier meals, quick money tricks for better finances, and how to create an efficient spring cleaning schedule.
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J.D. over at Get Rich Slowly asked me for a guest post on personal finance. What it turned out I wanted to talk about next, though, was productivity--and in particular, my evolvin
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Not free to be poor
Nobody wants to be poor. It's a dangerous and constrained position to be in. But there are people out there (me, for instance) who are relatively happy to live at a fairly low st
Save Money by Trusting Yourself
People often create spending rules because they don't trust themselves. But if you can develop that trust, you can save even more.
How Credit Inquiries Affect Your Credit Score
Not all credit inquiries will affect your credit score. Here's what you need to know about those that do and those that don't.
Ask the Readers: What is Your Top Financial Priority Right Now?
Tell us about your financial priorities and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Books on Uncle Sam's Shelf
I get free books in the mail every year. I don't have to review them, pay postage or do anything else with them. Uncle Sam sends them to me because I ask for them. These publicatio
Best Money Tips: How to Find Cheap Flights
Today we found some awesome articles on how to find cheap flights, simple DIY frugal tips, and cheap anniversary ideas.
Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Make Healthier Meals
Today we found helpful articles on simple ways to make healthier meals, quick money tricks for better finances, and how to create an efficient spring cleaning schedule.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Holiday Gifts?
Tell us how you save money on holiday gifts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Seller Funded Down Payment Assistance Charities - Scammers or Saints?
The United States House of Representatives just passed a massive mortgage bailout bill that includes many changes to the Federal Housing Administration and the Government Sponsored
Frugality and the Myth of Self-Denial
Contrary to popular opinion, frugality isn't all about self-denial. Discover how little luxuries can help keep you frugal.
5 Tricks to Making the Most of Your Reward Miles
You've racked up tons of reward miles. Learn how to make them take you further away than ever before.
Ask the Readers: Do You Volunteer Regularly?
Tell us whether you volunteer regularly and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Seven Tips For Buying a Second Hand Car and Walking Away Happy
Here are a few tips to help make sure the second-hand car you are buying doesn't end up being a second-hand nightmare.
7 Frequent Flyer Rules to Go Farther on Fewer Miles
Travel reward points and miles are like dollars — you work hard to earn them, and you should spend them wisely. Learn how.
7 DIY Easter Baskets That Cost $10 or Less
These creative Easter baskets promise your little ones more than just a sugar rush — all at $10 or less!
Ask the Readers: Where Would You Like to Retire?
Tell us where you would like to retire and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Guest post at Get Rich Slowly
J.D. over at Get Rich Slowly asked me for a guest post on personal finance. What it turned out I wanted to talk about next, though, was productivity--and in particular, my evolvin
7 Easy Ways to Have Energy After Work
It’s 5 p.m. Do you know where your energy went? Follow these easy suggestions to feel great at the end of your work day.
5 Places to Travel While the Dollar Is Strong
A strong U.S. dollar means good-value vacations for the travel savvy. Here's where to go to let your dollar take your further.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Way to Relax?
Tell us about your favorite way to relax and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!