Today we found articles on holiday spending mistakes to avoid, ways to give back without derailing your budget, and lifesaving habits of a professional organizer.
Travel is a great way to unwind and gain some fresh perspective. Get both, without spending a lot of money (nor precious vacation days), with a quick weekend away from home.
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
Don't just sit around waiting for your full retirement age to start bringing in maximum social security benefits — bring in some extra money in the meantime!
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5 Painless Ways to Lower Your Cell Phone Bill
Dial in to these smart bill-lowering tactics, and watch your cell phone bill get a whole lot smaller.
6 Smart Ways to Save Money This Year (Without Clipping a Coupon)
Put down the scissors and slowly walk away from the Sunday paper. You won't need a coupon to save at the stores this year.
14 Fun Ways to Spend a Snow Day Indoors
Winter days can be a drag, but with the right plan, you can turn the cabin fever into lots of fun.
Why the Age of Your Credit History Matters
Your credit history is like a fine wine — the longer it matures, the better it is.
Why Saving Too Much Money for a College Fund Is a Bad Idea
It's no secret that college is costly, but stashing too much cash for your kid's education can be a not-so-great move for your financial security.
9 Things People With Good Phone Skills Never Do
The telephone conversation is it's own realm, one that includes it's own rules and etiquette. How many of these "phone's pas" have you committed?
Best Money Tips: Ways to Stretch Your Vacation Budget
Today we found articles on ways to stretch your vacation dollar, how to embrace simplicity, and dishes that will make the most of summer produce.
10 Critical Steps to Protect Your Data in the Cloud
Cloud backup services are easy to use — and easy to hack, it seems. Protect your personal data from prying eyes.
10 Financial Resolutions You Can Conquer Before New Year's
Don't wait for the ball to drop and the Champagne to pour; get cracking on these financial resolutions before the end of the year!
How to Protect Your Retirement Account From a Hack
You know your bank account and credit card can get hacked. But are you forgetting to monitor your hard-earned retirement savings?
When Dropping Your Life Insurance Is the Right Decision
You know how important it is to have life insurance. But when is it OK to drop it?
Best Money Tips: Avoid These Holiday Spending Mistakes
Today we found articles on holiday spending mistakes to avoid, ways to give back without derailing your budget, and lifesaving habits of a professional organizer.
Big Bytes: Using Tech for Restaurant Discounts
From apps to coupons and more, discover how you can use technology to score sweet dining discounts — even at the last minute.
12 Tasty Ways to Cook With Wine
What to do with those couple extra pours in the bottle? Add a boozy twist to your next dish with these killer ways to use wine in the kitchen.
Yes, You Need "Fun Money" in Your Budget
Being frugal doesn't mean kissing fun goodbye. In fact, you should be budgeting for it!
Ask These 8 Questions to Get a Better Price
A little haggling can go a long way, especially if you ask the right questions. Try these and save some extra cash!
Make Your Escape With These 14 Affordable Weekend Getaways
Travel is a great way to unwind and gain some fresh perspective. Get both, without spending a lot of money (nor precious vacation days), with a quick weekend away from home.
Voluntary simplicity versus poverty
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
4 Ways to Find Income While Waiting for Full Retirement Age
Don't just sit around waiting for your full retirement age to start bringing in maximum social security benefits — bring in some extra money in the meantime!
7 Life Choices That Are Actually Financial Decisions
You might think that many of life's biggest decisions come down to emotion. But they really come down to money.