If you have no or a bad credit history, getting a secured card could help you build or rebuild your credit score. Find out if one of these cards is right for you.
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Making moonshine is especially easy because running it through a still makes all the delicate balancing of flavors that mark a great beer or wine irrelevant.
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Although 99% of the ads on Craigslist are legit, some are designed to scam you. Recognize these eight common Craigslist scams and avoid becoming a mark.
The lawn tonic recipe came from a former groundskeeper at a golf course. All you need are 5 common household ingredients and a 10-gallon hose-end sprayer.
You can get a lot of stuff you need at the dollar store at unbeatable prices — just as long as you know what products are real bargains, and which ones really aren't.
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Figuring the Size of Your Emergency Fund
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If you're in the market for a new home, use these smart home-buying tips from real estate experts to guide you.
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When lazy-day boredom sets in, it's time to get creative. Here are 47 ideas to get you started on a fun and frugal weekend.
10 Really Easy Ways to Unclog Drains
When you're faced with a clogged drain and the plunger won't work, these 10 techniques could save you the cost of a plumber.
How to Make Moonshine
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Should We All Just Stop Paying the Mortgage?
Should you take advantage of the $700 billion bailout plan to help struggling homeowners and stop paying your mortgage?
How to Rebuild Your Credit in 8 Simple Steps
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Horizon Organic Milk: Is it All Just Lies?
There are some misleading and downright deceptive statements on Horizon Organic's packaging. Let's deal with them one at a time.
How to Pick a Travel Insurance Policy
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8 Vile Craigslist Scams to Watch Out For
Although 99% of the ads on Craigslist are legit, some are designed to scam you. Recognize these eight common Craigslist scams and avoid becoming a mark.
Secret Lawn Tonic Recipe From Golf Course Groundskeeper
The lawn tonic recipe came from a former groundskeeper at a golf course. All you need are 5 common household ingredients and a 10-gallon hose-end sprayer.
netSpend: The Story of the Visa Debit Card We Did Not Apply For
This is my story of shock, anger, and finally disgust at the practices of netSpend.
50 Fun Things to Do When You're Stuck Inside During Winter
Snowed in or rained out — again? Stave off cabin fever with this collection of creative, fun, and frugal indoor activities.
5 Best Online Checking Accounts
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How to Protect Your Finances in Case of a Recession
When the next recession hits, you want to be prepared. Is your money ready?
Pay Yourself First: What It Means, and How to Do It
Can't save money? Think again. Try this technique to automate your savings and reach your financial goals.
10 Things You Should Never Buy at the Dollar Store (and 10 You Should)
You can get a lot of stuff you need at the dollar store at unbeatable prices — just as long as you know what products are real bargains, and which ones really aren't.