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Guest post: Live a rich life on a budget

I have a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly that suggests that you be a bon vivant: "A bon vivant is a person who lives well — someone who enjoys the best things in life, especially

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in September

With an eye to last-year's and current trends, learn what you should shop for in September and what to leave on the store shelves.

My Budget Challenge 2016: How to Live Frugally When You Have No Time

Sure, saving money takes time and effort. When it comes to living frugally, if you make the time, you'll find the money.

Make Your Own: Homemade Cleaning Wipes and Canister

If you love the convenience of cleaning wipes but hate the chemicals they include, check out this tutorial for easy and cheap, DIY wipes.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Spend Less on Gas

Today we found articles on ways to spend less on gas, nearly 100 cheap date ideas, and how to cancel a flight without paying a hefty fee.

Best Money Tips: Have More Fun for Less Money

Today we found some great articles on having more fun for less money, ways to save $1 a day, and improving your career prospects.

Best Money Tips: Cook Food From a Hotel Room

Today we found some awesome articles on cooking food from a hotel room, psychological life hacks, and building a resume when you have nothing to put on it.

6 Reasons to Visit Your Credit Union on October 20

October 20, 2016 is International Credit Union Day! Why not stop by your local branch and find out if a credit union is right for you?

13 Financial Gifts to Give Yourself This Holiday Season

Don't forget this very important person on your holiday gift list — you! How about one of these smart financial gifts?

8 Classic Toys That Won Christmas

While you're camped out on the sidewalk hoping to lay your hands on the right Hatchimal, consider these eight ultra-fun classic toys that may be just as hard to come by.

Best Money Tips: Financial Lessons from "Godzilla"

Today we found some amazing articles on financial lessons from "Godzilla," avoiding getting ripped off by a vacation rental, and things to buy at Whole Foods.

6 Top iPhone Apps for Voracious Readers

These 6 super apps will help you read more on the go, get more from the text you do read, and make each juicy word more enriching.

Are Your Five Senses Tricking You to Spend More?

An interesting take on how your senses affect your spending.

Best Money Tips: Saving on Designer Wear and Apparel

Today we found some wonderful articles on saving on designer wear and apparel, tips to stick to your budget, and saving on food costs this summer.

Ask the Readers: If You Could Have One Wish (Chance to win $20!)

What is your most longed-for financial wish? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!

Best Money Tips: Strange Ways to Make Money

Today, we give you a survivor's list of edible plants, an unconventional idea for a side business, and tips to save money on kids' winter wear!.

6 Ways Debt Settlement Can Leave You Deeper in Debt (Even With Trustworthy Companies)

It's true. Debt settlement can actually leave you deeper in debt after you've settled with your creditors. Here's what to watch for.

Best Money Tips: Smartphone Time Management Mistakes

Today, we give you homemade face paint recipes for kids, ways that your smartphone can complicate your life, and tips to avoid teary eyes when cutting onions.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Make Your Career a Success

Today we found some stellar articles on ways to make your career a success, money ideas for freshmen, and catching up on Christmas savings.

15 Little Ways to Make Yourself a Better Person While Watching TV Tonight

Face it, there really isn't much "must -see TV" these days. Augment your next tube watching session with these little life improvers.