Today we found articles on amazing meals that you can make for under $5, germ magnets that need spring cleaning now, and tips to help you decide whether to rent or buy.
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
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Best Money Tips: 80+ Delicious Meals for $5 or Less
Today we found articles on amazing meals that you can make for under $5, germ magnets that need spring cleaning now, and tips to help you decide whether to rent or buy.
Here's How Investing in Companies You Hate Can Make You Rich
Forget "buy what you like." If you hate it, invest in it.
5 Easy Ways to Make Good Money From Airbnb
Got a room to spare? Put it on Airbnb! Use these listing tips to rake in the rentals.
Curing Warts, Removing Splinters, and 19 Other Bizarre Uses for Banana Peels
From greening your garden to moistening meat, banana peels have plenty of surprising uses. Plus, discover 7 bonus uses for bananas themselves.
The Importance of Friendly Letters
Electronic messages are fast but impersonal. Learn why you should send a friendly letter instead.
Book Review: Off the Grid
I've always used the term "off the grid" in a literal sense — not being connected to power or other systems. Nick Rosen means more than that.
20 Little Ways to Make Your Stuff Last Longer
Extend the useful life of the things you own — and extend the life of your savings account — with a few, easy, maintenances tricks.
12 Wacky (and Not-So-Wacky) Investment Strategies That Actually Work
The conventional wisdom on investing is to buy and hold for a long time. But there are other strategies that many investors use to grab an edge.
Don't Let Outdated Money Advice Endanger Your Money
When it comes to money advice, these old-fashioned pearls of wisdom haven't aged well. Don't let them spoil your nest egg!
8 Ways Technology Can Streamline Financial Management
If you're not using these tools to manage your finances, it's time for an upgrade. Otherwise, you could be losing time and money.
13 Things People With Good Table Manners Never Do
Everybody knows about elbows and tables, but what do you do if you're the subject of the toast? Learn that and more before your next fancy dinner.
5 Tips for My Career-Clueless College Self
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
7 Habits That Are Quietly Making You Fat (and Have Nothing to Do With Eating)
Scale groaning a little more each time you step on? Lots of bad, little diet and fitness habits add up to big pounds. Think small fixes and lose it!
Beat the Clock with Frugal and Simple Valentine's Day Ideas
Americans will shell out more than $15 billion for Valentine's Day gifts this year, but you don't have to empty your pockets to have a romantic day.
Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to End Bad Spending Habits
Today we found articles on simple ways to end bad spending habits, green moves that will help you save money, and weird things you can sell on eBay.
The 5 Best Portable Fans
Staying cool during a hot summer isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these portable fans and you'll keep the sweat away everywhere you go.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Whether you want a point-and-click pocket camera or something professional-level, find out what to look for, from megapixels to memory.
How to Rise Above Financial Jealousy
It's easy to feel jealous about someone else's possessions, or even their life. But it's worth remembering that not all is as it seems.
6 Mistakes to Avoid With a Financial Adviser
Financial advisers can be a great asset...or the cause of financial ruin. Make sure you get the most out of your adviser by avoiding these mistakes.
5 Credit Card Benefits Every College Student Must Have
Students and credit cards can be a recipe for financial disaster. But when used responsibly, a credit card offers students some real benefits.