Tired of trying to make chicken breast interesting? The humble and affordable chicken leg quarter offers the frugal cook lots of flavor, lots of value, and lots of variety.
Saving money is hard when your income isn't consistent. Use some of these strategies, and see your savings grow even when your paychecks aren't regular.
I have a pair of shoes that are about to wear out. This sucks because they're shoes I wear pretty often (which is no doubt why they're wearing out). I'll probably have to replace
It seems that nothing is safe any more. And now your Social Security Number, the lynchpin to you credit score, taxes, government benefits and more, is under attack. It can be guess
Do you have piles of art and no money to spend on frames? Framing is expensive, but there are plenty of ways to display your fabulous art collection without having to sell a kidney
Does your budget include a contingency for fuel to get much more expensive? Because it ought to.
I learned about the need for contingencies early. [more]
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?
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15 Chicken Leg and Thigh Recipes From Around the World
Tired of trying to make chicken breast interesting? The humble and affordable chicken leg quarter offers the frugal cook lots of flavor, lots of value, and lots of variety.
10 Little Words That Will Get You the Best Price, Every Time
There's nothing complicated about getting the best price — you just need to know what to say.
5 Tried-and-True Strategies for Saving When Your Income Isn't Consistent
Saving money is hard when your income isn't consistent. Use some of these strategies, and see your savings grow even when your paychecks aren't regular.
3 Reasons Not to Save for Your Child's College Fund
It goes against common advice, but you might be better off not saving for your child's college education. Here's why.
I Checked My Credit Score in 11 Places — Here's What I Learned
Why pay $15 for a credit score when you can get one for free? Turns out not all credit scores are the same.
Things wear out
I have a pair of shoes that are about to wear out. This sucks because they're shoes I wear pretty often (which is no doubt why they're wearing out). I'll probably have to replace
Your SSN Can Now Be Accurately Guessed Using Date and Place of Birth
It seems that nothing is safe any more. And now your Social Security Number, the lynchpin to you credit score, taxes, government benefits and more, is under attack. It can be guess
Really Great Uses for Kitty Litter
Just because you don't own a feline friend doesn't mean you should take kitty litter off your shopping list.
6 Ways to Avoid Scams When Selling Your Stuff Online
Selling items online is so easy to do these days. But you still have to watch out for scammers.
How to Cheaply Display Your Art
Do you have piles of art and no money to spend on frames? Framing is expensive, but there are plenty of ways to display your fabulous art collection without having to sell a kidney
Living Well on a Feast to Famine Income
Living on a fluctuating income can wreak havoc on a person's finances. I should know; my income is slightly erratic from season to season.
Gratitude and Frugality
Feeling thankful can be one of the most powerful — and inexpensive — things in life. Discover frugal ways to express your gratitude.
Plan for expensive fuel
Does your budget include a contingency for fuel to get much more expensive? Because it ought to. I learned about the need for contingencies early. [more]
Ask the Readers: Do You Spring Clean?
Tell us whether or not you clean house each spring and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Best Job Interview Tip?
Tell us your best job interview tip and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Why Savings Account Interest Rates Are So Low
Five or six years ago it was easy to find a savings account that paid 4% or 5%. Today, 1% or less is the norm. What happened?
10 More Scams Everyone Should Know About
Scamsters have refined classics like "Help I Need Gas" and developed new cons for the Internet age. Here are 10 to watch out for.
Ask the Readers: Are You Wearing a Costume for Halloween This Year?
Tell us whether you're wearing a costume this Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Are You Prepared for a Natural Disaster in Your Area?
Tell us if you're prepared for a natural disaster and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?