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.
Last week temperatures here in California soared into the 90s and we needed to cool down. After getting some fat free frozen yogurt we were still feeling hot, so my husband took o
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
You've wrung every mile out of your frequent flyer program. Now wring every cent out of your other rewards programs for your hotel, rental car, and more.
People have a notion that they must amass a certain amount of money, no matter how long it takes, before they can retire. But what if it took you 40 years of work to reach $1 milli
Kmart isn't perfect. Compared to its mass-merchant counterparts, its merchandise selections are generally slimmer and prices higher. And, its retail execution can be sloppy (appare
With job loss on the rise and many people who can not afford medical insurance on their own, yet don't qualify for state or federal assistance, there are many who will skip medical
Once upon a time, eggs came in medium and large, white and brown, and which one you chose wasn't of much consequence. Nowadays, this cheap source of nutrients and protein comes in
Your laptop probably holds more critical personal data than anything else you own. Learn how to keep it safe and sound, especially when you're on the road.
Today we found articles on DIY cold remedies from around the world, simple money challenges to beef up your savings, and ways to hack your KitchenAid stand mixer.
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16 Ways to Kick-Start Frugality
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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Today we found some stellar articles on making your groceries last longer, saving on wedding favors, and retirement savings busters.
Need a Cheap Cool Dessert? Make Your Own Shaved Ice!
Last week temperatures here in California soared into the 90s and we needed to cool down. After getting some fat free frozen yogurt we were still feeling hot, so my husband took o
How to Prevent a Windfall Money Mistake
Whether the cash comes from the lottery, an inheritance, or a tax refund, planning a windfall strategy now can prevent money mistakes later.
What Is the Best Life Insurance Company?
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Simplicity and being cheap
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
Fun Things For Five Dollars Or Less In And Around Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Want to have a fun day but short on cash? Here are some outings around my town that I have enjoyed, nearly all for free.
Getting Your Travel Rewards on the Ground
You've wrung every mile out of your frequent flyer program. Now wring every cent out of your other rewards programs for your hotel, rental car, and more.
Ask the Readers: What Is on Your Summer Bucket List?
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Knowing When to Walk Away: Financial Planning for an Unknown Ending
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What's To Love About Kmart
Kmart isn't perfect. Compared to its mass-merchant counterparts, its merchandise selections are generally slimmer and prices higher. And, its retail execution can be sloppy (appare
5 Places to Check out Medical Care for the Uninsured
With job loss on the rise and many people who can not afford medical insurance on their own, yet don't qualify for state or federal assistance, there are many who will skip medical
10 Great Reasons to Drink Wine
Wine's great taste is reason enough to drink a glass or two. But if you need more to justify that drink, consider these 10 health benefits.
Supermarket Angst Part II: What Eggs Should I Buy?
Once upon a time, eggs came in medium and large, white and brown, and which one you chose wasn't of much consequence. Nowadays, this cheap source of nutrients and protein comes in
8 Reasons Frugal Families Love Boardgame Night
Running out of good family entertainment? It might time to add a weekly game night.
5 Investing Basics That Can Make You Rich
Following a few fundamental strategies can mean the difference of over $100,000 over your investing lifetime. What are you waiting for? Start here!
6 Brands With the Best Warranties
If the products from these brands disappoint you in any way, rest assured that their customer service won't.
10 Ways to Keep Your Laptop Safe When Traveling
Your laptop probably holds more critical personal data than anything else you own. Learn how to keep it safe and sound, especially when you're on the road.
11 Great Frugal Gifts for Booklovers
Give your favorite bookworm a real treat this holiday season with any of these stellar gift ideas.
Best Money Tips: DIY Cold Remedies From Around the World
Today we found articles on DIY cold remedies from around the world, simple money challenges to beef up your savings, and ways to hack your KitchenAid stand mixer.