Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
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Lifestyle Upgrades: Beware the Diderot Effect
Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
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The Case of the Martini: Is Instant Gratification Financially Responsible?
Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
5 Reasons Why I Don’t Clip Coupons
Many people consider clipping coupons to be one of the major tenets of frugal living. But all that time spent searching and snipping might not be worth it.
Best Money Tips: Free Items You Should Take From Hotels
Today we found some great articles on free items you should take from hotels, questions to ask before hiring a financial advisor, and where to find freebies.
Playing the Lottery Is a Bad Gamble
The recent Mega Millions jackpot serves as a reminder that as awesome as winning the lottery would be, you might be better off not buying a ticket.
Best Money Tips: How to Prepare for a Road Trip
Today we found some fantastic articles on preparing for a road trip, using your credit cards to make and save money, and getting reduced prices on Amazon.
10 Killer Ways to Feel Like a Million Bucks (Even If Your Bank Account Says Otherwise)
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Never go shopping unless you're armed with a cell phone.
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14 Reasons You're Bad at Exercising
It's easy to want to get fit and exercise more. It's even easier to to make excuses and skip it instead. What's holding you back?
How to Host an Awesome Frugal Movie Night
Skip that expensive movie theater trip. Instead, follow these suggestions to host a great movie night at home, featuring comfy seating and amazing snacks.
Best Money Tips: Growing Your Own Garden
Today we found some fantastic articles on growing your own garden, garage sale tips, and odd ball costs of having kids.
5 Financial Experts People in Their 40s Should Follow
Gen-Xers in prime earning years have financial worries all their own. Follow these five money experts with plenty of 40s-friendly money advice.
Best Money Tips: Awesome Frugal Date Ideas
Today we found some awesome articles on awesome frugal date ideas, tested tips for a frugal life, and inexpensive ways to keep kids entertained this summer.
Alcohol is good for your heart
After quitting smoking, having one or two drinks a day is the best single thing you can do for your cardiovascular health. [more]
Spouses and Debt: Who's Really on the Hook for Those Bills?
Marriage is for better or for worse — even when it comes to credit card debt. Your spouse's unpaid debts may be affecting you, too.
Frugality: a tactic, but also a goal
I was going to write a piece on how frugality was a tactic, not a goal. The point I wanted to make was that the goal is living the life you want to live, and that frugality is a ta
Insured Annuities for Wise Bloggers
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5 Free Handy Coupon Apps — Don’t Leave Home Without One
With so many free coupon apps to choose from, which are worth downloading? Check out these five that can save — or even make — you money.
Video Resumes and 5 Other Cool Tricks to Land the Job
Stand out from the masses with these clever and creative job-hunting tactics. You're hired!