"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Today we found some stellar articles on free ways to entertain yourself at home, financial basics every teen needs to know, and ways to pay less for baby-sitting.
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5 Stocks Your Kids Would Love to Own
From Snapchat to Disney, these five stocks will get any tween excited to invest.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
The Only 5 Words You Need to Declutter Your Life
Bust your clutter with the help of these five words. Here's a hint — they all begin with the letter "R".
My CSA Experience: Farm-Fresh Veggies All Summer (and Possibly Winter)
Buying a share in community-supported agriculture is a great way to get fresh, local produce — and some CSAs are even available through the winter.
34 Ways to Come Up With the Rent Before the Month Ends
Tight on cash? There are plenty of ways to get that rent money before the 1st of the month.
5 Pretty Projects for Pine Cones
If you have an excess of pine cones (or can get some), we have five festive decorating projects you can do on a dime.
Thinking of Going on a Diet? Here's How to Figure Out Which One Is Right for You
Diets come in all sorts of flavors and varieties. Use this list to narrow your choices before you start narrowing your waistline.
4 Big Business Accounting Tools Every Side Gig Needs
Operate your side hustle like a big business to maximize income — and avoid issues with the IRS.
Best Money Tips: Study Tips From a College Grad (of 10 Years)
Today, we share study tips for students in all walks of life, creative uses for egg cartons, expert advice on buying jewelry, and more!
Best Money Tips: Save Big on Buying in Bulk
Today we found some awesome articles on saving big on buying in bulk, easy ways to save more money, and steps for a fresh financial start this fall.
8 Recipes That'll Clean Out the Fridge
Fridge crowded with takeout boxes and other odds and ends? Stop wasting food and make these easy meals out of what you find!
Cleaning Out for a Cause: Make a Noncash Tax-Deductible Donation
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
12 Unique Ways to Use School Supplies
If you went overboard stocking school supplies this year, don't fret. There's plenty of cool re-uses for your plethora of pencils and erasers.
Here's How Long Your Beauty Products Really Last
How long has that makeup been in your bag? Because there's a good chance it needs to be thrown out immediately.
10 Scams to Avoid in 2011
Most of us work hard for our money, and last year, scammers worked hard to take it away from us. Here are last year's top scams and how to avoid them.
Wise Bread Reloaded: Watch These Adorable Puppy and Kitten Videos and Learn How to Care for Your Own, Frugally
Are these the cutest puppy and kitten videos you've ever seen? There's only one way to find out.
How to Decide What to Keep When Downsizing
When you're clearing out the clutter, make sure these items stick around.
Take These 10 Items off Your Wedding Registry Immediately (Plus 5 to Add ASAP)
China and silverware are traditional registry items — but who ever uses it? Make your registry personal by replacing traditional with "right-for-you."
Energy Efficient Mortgages: Borrowing More to Save
Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Entertain Yourself At Home
Today we found some stellar articles on free ways to entertain yourself at home, financial basics every teen needs to know, and ways to pay less for baby-sitting.