There was a time, not that long ago, in which Americans would graduate from college, get a job, and stick with that job until retirement. For those of us who can risk a little more
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Today we found some stellar articles on defining your fashion style and saving money, tips for effectively using layaway, and cutting winter costs and saving for the holidays!
All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
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The false goal of maximizing investment returns
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Sure, ready-made deodorant is easy to purchase and use. But there are some great reasons to make your own (inexpensive!) deodorant.
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It's Friday, it's time for another deal. I must preface this by saying I'm not really a huge fan of the XBox 360, not because it's a bad console but I'm no fan of the reliability r
9 Unusual Jobs Technology Destroyed
They took our jerbs! Technology is amazing — and the reason it's hard to be a leech collector or gandy dancer these days.
10 Pointless Fees That Are Sabotaging Your Budget
Just because you have been paying that fee doesn't mean you need to keep on paying it.
Get More from Pumpkin Carving by Baking the Seeds
Even if you don’t celebrate Halloween, the pumpkin is a staple food for fall recipes and decorating schemes. The bright orange squash variety i
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Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free
Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.
Best Money Tips: Define Your Fashion Style Without Breaking the Bank
Today we found some stellar articles on defining your fashion style and saving money, tips for effectively using layaway, and cutting winter costs and saving for the holidays!
10 Year-End Financial Moves You Must Make Now
The holidays are coming and our already busy lives are about to get busier. Put your financial house in order before the relatives arrive!
Swipe envy
All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
4 Common Household Leaks You Can Fix Without a Plumber
If your water bill is rising, and you can't afford a plumber, roll up your sleeves and find and fix those costly leaks yourself. You can do this!
This Is When It Pays to Stay Loyal to a Rewards Credit Card
Staying loyal to a particular rewards credit card can be risky, but it can also pay off if you know how to play the game. This is how to win.
Miser v. Stunna: A Case Study
Miserly is derived from a Latin term that means "wretched." It is the linguistic blood relative of miserable. Stuntin' is when you spend too much money and w