Overspending on stuff you don't need is a problem for many Americans. Learn why the solution is not so simple as "spend less," and what you can actually do to help.
Have a bottle of vinegar in your pantry? Use it to save your rhododendrons, to attempt to choose the sex of your unborn child, and in other unexpected ways.
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21 Things That Young Adults Absolutely Need to Know About Money
While most colleges and universities offer personal finance courses, only a fraction of students sign up for them. It's time for a cram session.
Why Our Brains Want to Buy New Stuff, Even When We Don't Need It
Overspending on stuff you don't need is a problem for many Americans. Learn why the solution is not so simple as "spend less," and what you can actually do to help.
Save Money and Eat Better With These 6 Online Meal Planners
Hate meal planning but want to save on fast food? These sites will help.
Living Cheaply for the Long Term
Frugality sites are full of advice for cutting your expenses right away. Living cheaply for the long term is different. Call it "strategic frugality."
The 5 Best Hair Mousses
Keeping your hair in place isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these hair mousses and your coif will remain polished.
How to Earn Over $12,000 Through Referrals
Sometimes it's all about who you know. Turn your network into cash and credits with this collection of referral programs.
What to Do When Your Tax Preparer Makes a Mistake
The tax code is complex and even the pros make mistakes. And when they do? You're responsible for clean up.
10 Easy Back Exercises That Will Help Eliminate Pain
Back pain makes everything harder — even relaxing. Try these easy exercises that strengthen back muscles and can help prevent injury and pain.
10 Beloved Books of Successful Millionaires
What's on your bookshelf right now? A bestseller? A classic? Well, some of the richest people in the world have a few book recommendations for you.
13 Things You Don't Know About Your Credit Report — But Should
There's a lot more to a credit report than just the score. Find out what the bureaus know about you — and how you can improve your credit.
Where to Buy Discounted Designer Clothing Online
Fashionistas! Step away from the credit card. Get a runway-ready look with these discount designer clothing websites.
10 Weird and Wonderful Ways to Use Vinegar
Have a bottle of vinegar in your pantry? Use it to save your rhododendrons, to attempt to choose the sex of your unborn child, and in other unexpected ways.
22 Reasons to Write a Letter
From getting coupons to making your voice heard, a physical letter can do much more than an email. Discover 22 reasons why you should love the letter.
The Only 15 Foods That Are Worth Buying Organic
Not everything you buy from the grocery store needs to be organic — but to avoid harmful pesticides and hormones, these 15 foods should be.
10 Organic Grocery Items That Aren't Worth It
You don't have to choose organic to avoid pesticides — you just have to know which foods to choose.
9 Ways Expats Can Maintain Their Credit Scores
You may be leaving the States for a while, but there's one element of American life you should never leave behind: your credit score.
How to Talk to Friends and Family About Money (Without Making Everyone Mad)
Most of us would rather get a tooth pulled than talk about money with friends and family. Here's how to make the money talk painless.
Unexpected Roommates: How to Get Rid of Roaches
People say that these bugs will survive a nuclear apocalypse with good reason, but there are (thankfully) effective ways to get rid of roaches.
7 Smart Reasons to Retire Abroad
If you're on the fence about where to enjoy your life after work, one of these great reasons to retire abroad may be all the push you need.
7 Ways to Make Money Off of Your New Year's Resolutions
When you set your resolutions this New Year's, why not figure out a way to make a little extra cash along with them?