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Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
A commenter on Wise Bread wrote a Chinese proverb about marketing that reminded me that there are many Chinese proverbs about money and personal finance. Here are a few of the one
Avoiding germs when dealing with trash isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these touchless trash cans and you can dispose of waste without any of the grime.
Creativity, frugality, and, on occasion, desperation can inspire innovative uses of the digital camera. Whether it is a standalone device or part of a smartphone or PDA, don't leav
It’s that dreaded time of year. Each trip to town requires a 10-minute pre-start on my car, and the hated task of scraping my windshield. There are several options to help you wi
Anybody--but especially frugal people--can be excused for thinking that the whole credit crisis thing is being overblown. After all, we get along without debt. In fact, we str
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Best Money Tips: How to Get Into Shape on a Shoestring Budget
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8 Things You Need to Know About Debt Management Plans
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The 5 Best Touchless Trash Cans
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The 5 Best Descalers
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12 Genius Ways to Upcycle Old Scarves
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Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What Volunteer Experience Had the Deepest Impact on You?
Tell us about the volunteer experience that had the deepest impact on you and we'll enter you in a drawing to win $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!
20 Free and Fun Ways to Reward Yourself
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Your Small Business Needs an Emergency Fund, Too
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What Are Secured Credit Cards?
Learn how secured credit cards are different from regular credit cards and prepaid cards, how they help rebuild credit, and how to choose one.