Most of us have been there (when I was in college, I was there 3 times a week during my first year…sorry mum and dad). You go out with your buddies, have a few beers and by the tim
It is currently a buyer's market for real estate in most of the United States and there are many ways a buyer could negotiate for a deal beyond getting a great price. Here are som
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
Facebook and other social networking sites know an awful lot about you from what you say when you first sign up. As a single woman over 30 years of age, I got tired of Facebook ads
I've always believed that mastery of vocabulary is at least halfway to mastery of the subject. Words are power--the kind of power commonly wielded by eggheads with pocket protector
I’m celebrating Thanksgiving three times this year. In the spirit of the Plymouth colonists’ and Wampanoag Confederacy’s first dinner, I’m going to follow their example on what mak
According to a September 29, 2009 Fidelity Investments study, 88% of respondents are unaware of the 2010 Roth conversion opportunity. The what opportunity? With only 12% who are aw
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
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Most of us have been there (when I was in college, I was there 3 times a week during my first year…sorry mum and dad). You go out with your buddies, have a few beers and by the tim
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Ask the Readers: Which Brand Name Products Are Worth It?
Tell us which brand name products are worth the extra cost and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Seller concessions and buyer bargains - What to ask for in the current real estate market.
It is currently a buyer's market for real estate in most of the United States and there are many ways a buyer could negotiate for a deal beyond getting a great price. Here are som
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in August
Hard to believe summer is almost gone — almost as hard to believe as the deals you can find on lawn and garden supplies and LCD TVs.
Ask the Readers: What Are You Looking Forward to in 2018?
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The Art of Wearing Things Out, and Then Some
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
How I Sold My House in 48 Hours
Some homes languish on the market for months, costing owners money and stress. Find out how one seller got it done in a single weekend.
Ask the Readers: What Bad Money Habits Have You Quit?
Tell us what bad money habits you have successfully quit and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Sure Savings at the Supermarket
A SURE way to save 20-25% on many of your groceries? Oh, yes, and it couldn't be simpler!
Why do Facebook Ads not take me seriously?
Facebook and other social networking sites know an awful lot about you from what you say when you first sign up. As a single woman over 30 years of age, I got tired of Facebook ads
Please Pass the October Surprise
I've always believed that mastery of vocabulary is at least halfway to mastery of the subject. Words are power--the kind of power commonly wielded by eggheads with pocket protector
The 8 Best Pets for Frugal Animal Lovers
Caring for a pet can end up costing a lot. Take in one of these no frills furry (or scaled or shelled) friends at a fraction of the cost of Fido.
Thanksgiving: 3 Ways (This Thanksgiving We're Going to Party Like It's 1621)
I’m celebrating Thanksgiving three times this year. In the spirit of the Plymouth colonists’ and Wampanoag Confederacy’s first dinner, I’m going to follow their example on what mak
What You Need to Know About Roth IRAs in 2010
According to a September 29, 2009 Fidelity Investments study, 88% of respondents are unaware of the 2010 Roth conversion opportunity. The what opportunity? With only 12% who are aw
5 Simple Ways to Find Your Passion
Passion, passion, passion. Everyone's telling you to follow your passion. But do you have a clue what yours is or what to do about it?
10 Frugal Reasons to Compost
Looking to live a little greener and save a little more green? Give composting a try!
4 Deadly Mistakes You Must Avoid When Pursuing Your Dreams
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
Getting Rid of Acne
This is not a complete list of ways to fix problem zits, but rather a few tips that I've picked up along my acne journey that surprised me.
Save on Your New Car: Send Mom, Not Dad, to the Dealer
A lot of people think that knowing about cars is the domain of men. But when it comes to buying a vehicle, women might get better deals.