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Limes Are Crazy Expensive Right Now: 16 Ways to Replace Them
Can't afford limes? Use these replacements to save money and awaken your taste buds.
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Nancy Trejos is a personal finance writer for the Washington Post. While she was advising readers on financial problems, she was actually so broke that she had to ask her hardwo
Best Money Tips: Money-Saving Ideas for New Parents
Today we found some great articles on money-saving ideas for new parents, pet peeves of hiring managers, and using Pinterest to be more productive.
12 Ways to Make a Tiny Apartment Awesome
Make life in a tiny space seem elegant rather than cramped with a few simple decorating and design tricks.
Best Money Tips: What You Should Know About Store Closing Sales
Today we found articles on what you should know about store closing sales, healthy dishes for weight loss, and beginner tips for fermenting.
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.
Convert Your Crap Into Cash Without a Garage Sale
A yard sale is one way to get rid of your old stuff, but it's a pain. Fortunately, the Internet (and your "Friendnet") both offer an easier way.
The 5 Best Binoculars
Seeing beautiful sights clearly from a distance isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these binoculars and you'll always have the best view.
Best Money Tips: How to Quit Your Day Job
Today, we share the steps to take when you want to quit your job, a recipe for homemade Bisquick mix, and a cheap way to deep-clean your eyeglasses.
10 Ways to Save Cash by Purging Your Place of Plastics
If your home is like most, it is filled with plastics. Start replacing with longer lasting — and often more economical — substitutes.
3 Questions to Ask When Starting a Business
Whether you'd like to generate a little side income or found a major company, ask yourself these questions before doing anything else.
7 Facebook Updates That Are Making You Look Stupid
Facebook is a fun way to share with friends — and their friends, and total strangers. Avoid these Facebook faux pas and keep your profile sharp.
10 Ways to Save Time With Batch Processing
From errands to work to paying the bills, discover how grouping tasks together can save you tons of valuable time.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Unblock Writer's Block
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to unblock writer's block, advice for new grads, and ways waiting helps you save.
The Debt Ceiling Crisis in Everyday English
Wondering what the debt ceiling is and how the current crisis could effect you? Learn what's going on and what it means for both the country and average Americans.
Best Money Tips: 12 Things College Students Don't Need
Today we found some great articles on 12 things college students don't need, things to do when you retire, and how to get free flights.
How Customer Service Trumps Innovation
Your customers aren't interested in what's easy for you. They're interested in what's easy for them.
10 Ideas for Using Your FSA Before Year End
Need to use up the funds in your flexible spending account before 2012? Make it happen with one (or more!) of these 10 purchases.
Quick Notes: A Bonus Holiday Bonus?
Did Santa bring you an extra paycheck this month? Spend it wisely!
Balancing Act: The Perils of Budgeting
Tackling a budget requires you to do one big thing with your finances — find the balance.