As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Networking is important to a successful job search, but if you're guilty of any of these habits and gaffes, you're better off staying home to answer Craigslist ads.
Most of us will, at one time or another, have to struggle with our insurance company over payment approval, referral approval, or any one of a myriad of other common issues. Here a
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
Flowers are a lovely, indulgent gift for a loved one, friends, or even yourself — but they can be expensive. Learn how to save on flowers with a little DIY.
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How The Economic Crisis Challenges Our Financial Beliefs
As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
Book review: The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
18 Little Things That Make — and Keep — America Great
Contrary to a certain election 2016 tagline, America is already pretty great. Here's the proof.
5 Times Personal Loans May Be Better Than Credit Cards
Sometimes getting a personal loan is a better choice than using your credit cards.
15 Bad Networking Habits That Will Kill Your Job Prospects
Networking is important to a successful job search, but if you're guilty of any of these habits and gaffes, you're better off staying home to answer Craigslist ads.
Tips and Tricks for Dealing with a Recalcitrant HMO
Most of us will, at one time or another, have to struggle with our insurance company over payment approval, referral approval, or any one of a myriad of other common issues. Here a
Don't Buy a House With a Pool Until You Can Answer These 7 Questions
You might be dreaming of taking a dip, but owning a home with a pool raises plenty of pricey questions.
10 Types of Friends Who Are Costing You Money
Remember how your mom was always wanted you to hang out with the "right" people? Yeah, that's good financial advice, too.
13 Essentials Every Emergency Bag Should Have
No one wants to consider evacuating their home, but it could happen. When it does, you need a go bag ready that you can grab and run.
5 Job Hunting Roadblocks Millennials Must Overcome
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
6 Things in Your Kitchen That Get Rid of Bad Smells Naturally
Don't worry if your kitchen stinks. The solution to your smell problem is only a shelf away.
6 Ways to Make Extra Money Using Social Media
How many social media platforms do you check in with every day (or every hour)? Turn your social media time sink into an extra income, instead.
5 Unexpected Benefits of Secured Credit Cards
Secured credit cards can help build or rebuild credit — but you may be surprised by the other benefits they offer, too.
Here's How to Get a Sale Price-Match at 16 Popular Stores
Before your next shopping trip, check if you can save some coin with these price-matching policies.
Affordable Flowers for Valentine's Day (or Any Day)
Flowers are a lovely, indulgent gift for a loved one, friends, or even yourself — but they can be expensive. Learn how to save on flowers with a little DIY.
6 Attitudes That Breed Financial Failure
Can changing our minds about money change our fortunes? Yup. Here are six ideas about finances that you might want to ditch.
6 Ways New Grads Can Save on Moving Costs
Forget bribing your friends with pizza. These apps and services take a bite out of the cost and hassle of moving.
Take One More Thing Seriously
When time and money are tight, it's natural to try to narrow down what you're trying to get done. But the opposite might be what you really need.
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
Best Money Tips: Letting Go of Financial Stress
Today we found some great articles on letting go of financial stress, moves to make at work this year, and ways to make your resolutions stick.