When I was a sophomore in college, my dad gave me a piggy bank for Hanukkah. I couldn't figure it out at first — had my dad forgotten that I was all grown up and didn't need a pigg
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The Piggy Bank: A Secret to Simple Saving
When I was a sophomore in college, my dad gave me a piggy bank for Hanukkah. I couldn't figure it out at first — had my dad forgotten that I was all grown up and didn't need a pigg
80 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for $10 or Less
There's still plenty of time to wrap up holiday shopping. Stuff your collection of stockings with a couple of these fun and frugal small gifts.
5 Things You Can Resell on eBay That Make the Most Money
The golden era of making money on eBay has come and gone...or has it? There are still profits to be made, provided you're selling these things.
Diagnose and Improve Your Financial Health: A 10-Item Checklist
If you resolved to take better care of your finances in 2011, learn what to fix first — and how — with this checkup list.
Make the World Better With These 17 Free Ways to Give Back
There are plenty of ways to donate your unwanted belongings and your time without spending a dime.
We Do the Math: When Is It Worth Hiring Household Help?
Science says having more free time can make you happier. Which household chores will you take off your to-do list?
8 Tips for Planning a Last-Minute Wedding
Not everyone has the luxury of time when it comes to weddings. Learn how to navigate the process in a hurry without sacrificing the joy or blowing the budget.
5 Ways Life Is Amazing With an 800 Credit Score
A credit score in the 700s is pretty good and the rewards are nice. But for those few who crack 800? The financial world is their oyster.
I Hate My Job! Now What?
You hate your job, but what can you do about it? Learn how to survive at a job you hate, how to get out without hurting your career, and what you can do to not hate your next one.
20 Tasty Two-Ingredient Cocktails
For inexpensive, delicious, and easy-to-serve drinks, it's hard to beat these two-ingredient cocktails.
9 Top Mutual Funds for Low-Risk Investors
If you want to protect your nest egg without a lot of worry or hassle, consider these low-risk mutual funds that'll help you sleep at night.
11 Unusual Ways to Sell Your Stuff
Don't want to just put your stuff on eBay or have a boring old yard sale? Try one of these uncommon techniques for selling your used items.
Defining Success: If You Don't Know What You Want, You Won't Know When You've Gotten It
When it comes to your life, what do you want? If you can't answer this question, you won't ever know when you've been successful.
How to Get Your Car Ready for Hurricane Season
Prepping for hurricane season? Don't forget your car; it could literally save your life in a storm.
How to Keep Your Pets Safe During a Natural Disaster
When a big storm hits, you won't have much time to get your loved ones to safety. Make sure you have a plan in place for your pets, too.
New Ideas for the Chopstick
In China alone, an estimated 45 billion pairs of disposable chopsticks are used and thrown away every year. This equals the wood from 25 millio
Your Payment History Has a Huge Impact on Your Credit Score – Here's How to Improve It
Don't let your payment history destroy your credit score. Automate your bills and watch your score soar.
Tips for Finding Legitimate Work-From-Home Opportunities
Working from home is the dream, but sifting through phony job ads can be a nightmare. Here's how to find the legit ones.
How to Make $400+ a Week as a Pet Sitter
Need extra cash? Love animals? Get started as a pet sitter and you'll have Fido fetching you funds in no time.
6 Money Lessons I Learned Working as a Corn Detasseler
Never underestimate the money lessons a summer job can teach — even in the corn field!