If you're planning to lease a new (or new-to-you) car, follow this advice to make sure you're factoring in all the costs and getting a car you truly can afford.
I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I need to stop buying Chinese goods. This is a tough one for me, mostly because so much of the cheap stuff I love to buy comes from Chi
Eating locally is trendy right now, and for good reasons. Local food is fresher, healthier, better tasting, better for your community, and better for the planet.
What makes someone charming? Is it their bearing, their countenance? Is it their sparkling conversation? Their dazzling personality and razor-sharp wit? [more]
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15 Odd American Taxes You May Have to Pay
Ben Franklin said taxes were one of the only certainties in life. These odd tax laws certainly raise an eyebrow.
5 Clever Tax Shelters Anyone Can Use
Reduce your tax burden by brushing up on some easy ways to reduce your taxes. It's simpler than you think.
Frugal... or just plain wrong?
You know what I love? Getting something for nothing. Oh, it's rare. It's also sort of greedy and raises all kinds of ethical questions. [more]
Easy Ways to Rein in Your Spending Without Sacrificing Fun
Think that frugality means sacrifice? Not necessarily. These four suggestions help you cut costs, not enjoyment.
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Today's youth will never know the struggles of flirting, parallel parking, or writing in cursive. What skills will you forget soon?
3 Tactful Ways to Ask for Money for Your Wedding
Asking your wedding guests for cash to pay for the wedding (or anything else) is awkward. See if one of these angles makes it easier.
How Much Car Can You Afford?
If you're planning to lease a new (or new-to-you) car, follow this advice to make sure you're factoring in all the costs and getting a car you truly can afford.
6 Financial Mistakes to Stop Making by Age 40
By your 40s, personal finance shouldn't be a mystery. If you're still making these six money mistakes, it's time to enforce some changes.
Which Online Services Are Worth Paying For?
From TV to photo hosting, which paid online services are worth opening your wallet for? Find out here.
How New Homeowners Can Furnish Their Place on a Budget
You're finally a homeowner! Now you feel the need to fill up all that space. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to kick up your feet for cheap.
Bad, bad China: a round-up
I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I need to stop buying Chinese goods. This is a tough one for me, mostly because so much of the cheap stuff I love to buy comes from Chi
Best Money Tips: How to Have Fun for Free
Today we found some great articles on how to have fun for free, money saving tips for the average homeowner, and facing your first day like a pro.
This Airbnb Scam Will Ruin Your Vacation — and Your Budget
Before you hit the road on your next vacation, make sure you're aware of this awful Airbnb scam.
Junk Mail revenge part 1 - Make fast cash reselling junk mail.
If you're anything like me, you hate opening your mailbox to see a whole pile of junk mail waiting for you. [more]
4 Reasons Early Retirement Might Be Financially Risky
So many of us dream of early retirement, but it comes at a price — often your nest egg. Can you afford to stop working early?
My Kid Got Accepted to an Expensive Private College — Now What?
How much is too much when it comes to college costs? A worried father breaks down the costs and the benefits of a child's hefty tuition.
Eating Locally on a Budget
Eating locally is trendy right now, and for good reasons. Local food is fresher, healthier, better tasting, better for your community, and better for the planet.
How to Calculate Future Value, and Why It Matters
Discover how simple spreadsheet projections about future investments can help you make long-term decisions today.
8 Affordable U.S. Destinations for a Weekend Getaway
Planning a long weekend getaway? These U.S. destinations are affordable and tons of fun.
How to be charming
What makes someone charming? Is it their bearing, their countenance? Is it their sparkling conversation? Their dazzling personality and razor-sharp wit? [more]