I had written off Europe as a possibility for the budget traveler long ago. I did it with great difficulty, because I know from experience there is nothing like the food, history,
The snow has melted. The kids are gone to grandma's. Sounds like the best (and most frugal) thing to do this April would be to stay home and clean, organize, and sell all that
You don't have to change your whole life to start saving more and spending less. Start with one of these doable challenges and goals, and frugal it up from there.
For the frequent traveler, Facebook is an excellent way to keep in touch with friends and acquaintances from around the world. Is it possible, however, that the popular social netw
I’m no cake professional. I can barely manage a Betty Crocker boxed mix with the fluffy frosting from a can. I appreciate all the hard work that goes into a professional piece (b
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
Today we found savvy ways to get free stuff at CVS, free budget spreadsheets to organize your household finances, and DIY projects that you can tackle with YouTube.
Classic asset allocation teaches investors to diversify for safety. Apply this strategy to your retirement to keep the bills paid, even in a bad economy.
Today we found some great articles on taking to kids about family finances, saving money to live your dream, and cutting costs without cutting corners.
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Europe Reborn As A Budget Destination?
I had written off Europe as a possibility for the budget traveler long ago. I did it with great difficulty, because I know from experience there is nothing like the food, history,
Zen Spring Cleaning (and making a little cash off it too)
The snow has melted. The kids are gone to grandma's. Sounds like the best (and most frugal) thing to do this April would be to stay home and clean, organize, and sell all that
Getting Around the Guidebook: Techniques for Researching your Trip Without Spending a Fortune
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You don't have to change your whole life to start saving more and spending less. Start with one of these doable challenges and goals, and frugal it up from there.
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Facebook For Budget Travelers
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Protect Future Earnings by Negotiating the Right Starting Salary
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When Good Cakes Go Bad: A Cheat Sheet for the Uninspired
I’m no cake professional. I can barely manage a Betty Crocker boxed mix with the fluffy frosting from a can. I appreciate all the hard work that goes into a professional piece (b
The Great Coupon Debate
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
Best Money Tips: How to Get Stuff for Free at CVS
Today we found savvy ways to get free stuff at CVS, free budget spreadsheets to organize your household finances, and DIY projects that you can tackle with YouTube.
My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Turn Your Spouse Into a Money Saver
Max is owning her crazy in her journey to save $31K this year. Her husband, Mr. Spendypants, is along for the ride.
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8 Ways to Eliminate Debt While in Grad School
Grad school doesn’t have to wreak havoc on your finances. In fact, if you plan carefully, you can even graduate debt-free.
Best Money Tips: Talking to Kids About Family Finances
Today we found some great articles on taking to kids about family finances, saving money to live your dream, and cutting costs without cutting corners.