Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
A dog can be a great addition to your household, but they aren't cheap to buy or care for. These six dogs won't bust your wallet (but will melt your heart).
If you're not keeping track of debt, you're probably not making much progress in paying it off. Follow one of these methods to easily track and pay off your debt.
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The Case for Expensive Shoes
Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
Good, Bad, or Excellent: What Does Your Credit Score Mean?
Is your credit score good, bad...or excellent? Find out what range you're in and what that means for your borrowing prospects.
7 New Ways to Use Your Microwave
Teach your old microwave oven some new tricks. It'll be glad it's doing more for you than just heating yesterday's leftovers.
The Two Biggest Mistakes People Make When Starting to Live Frugally
If you're ready to live frugally, great! But if you want your frugal experiment to be a success, make sure you avoid these major mistakes.
7 Best Free Treks in the World
Epic hikes don't need to cost an arm and a leg. There are plenty you can do for $0.
One Recipe, Lots of Food: 10 Great Main Dish Casseroles
For cheap, filling, and simple dinners with lots of leftovers, it's hard to beat these delicious casserole recipes.
8 Common Car Repair Mistakes That Can Cost You
Squeaky brakes need attention — stat! Delaying car maintenance or repairs is only going to cost you more later. Maybe a lot more.
7 Places to Find Free or Cheap Groceries
Looking to dip your toe in the world of salvage groceries? Here are seven places to start sifting.
How Projection Bias Could Be Destroying Your Finances
Grocery shopping while hungry is more than just a bad habit. It's wrecking your finances.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Top Savings Goal?
Tell us about your top savings goal and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What's a Split Credit Report - And How Much Is It Hurting Your Score
If your three credit reports don't seem to align, you may have a fragmented report. Here's how to fix it.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Dish?
Tell us about your favorite holiday dish and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
9 Money Lessons to Take From the Great Depression
The Depression was a dark time in America's history, but it did yield some incredible tips for surviving on a budget and saving money.
Top 10 "Unusual" Uses For Duct Tape
From wallets to emergency sunglasses and even boats, duct tape really can fix (or make) almost anything.
The 5 Best Callus Removers
Keeping your feet smooth and clean isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these callus removers and your feet will remain soft and callus-free.
The 6 Least Expensive Dog Breeds to Own
A dog can be a great addition to your household, but they aren't cheap to buy or care for. These six dogs won't bust your wallet (but will melt your heart).
How to Fix 18 Common Wardrobe Malfunctions
A clothing malfunction can happen at the worst time — before a big meeting, during a date. Stay covered with this collection of easy, quick fixes.
The Best Airline Rewards Programs for Trips to Europe
Don't let sky-high airfare keep you grounded from your Europe travel goals. These airlines rewards programs will get you there!
Ways to Track Debt
If you're not keeping track of debt, you're probably not making much progress in paying it off. Follow one of these methods to easily track and pay off your debt.
6 Times a Higher Salary Isn't Worth It
They're offering more money and another rung up the ladder — Hooray! Before you take the job, be sure the extra money is actually worth it.