Buying used isn't just about finding antiques or quirky vintage clothes. From cost to quality, discover why buying used is often smarter than buying new.
The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
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Despite the recent economic crunch, consumers can still purchase homes with no money down through the USDA Rural Development program.
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Should you get a gas lawn mower or electric? Let's weigh the financial pros and cons and see which offers the most value.
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Buying an ice-cream maker is just one option for making delicious, homemade frozen treats. Discover 10 great ways to make ice cream, sorbet, and more.
Finding Your Best Work Hours
If you want to get more done, do it faster, and produce work of higher quality, the answer might be as simple as identifying when you should work.
7 New Ways to Use Your Microwave
Teach your old microwave oven some new tricks. It'll be glad it's doing more for you than just heating yesterday's leftovers.
6 Reasons Why Used Is Better
Buying used isn't just about finding antiques or quirky vintage clothes. From cost to quality, discover why buying used is often smarter than buying new.
Should Conforming Loan Limits Be Increased?
The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
13 Ways to Cut Costs on Holiday Feasts
Preparing big holiday dinners often means spending big bucks. Here's how to lay out a holiday spread without busting a button on your budget.
5 Surefire Signs You Have Too Much Debt
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Continue Your Education...Online
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10 Cool Ice Cream Cakes for Your Next Celebration
The last thing you need on a summer afternoon is a hot oven. Satisfy your guests sweet teeth and cool them off with an ice cream cake instead.
The 5 Best Measuring Cups
No kitchen should be without a good measuring cup or two or three. These five best choices will have you baking and mixing like a pro.
20 Tips for Getting Your Security Deposit Back
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How Emergency Medical Coverage Could Save Your Vacation
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Encounter With a Freegan
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
5 Creative Uses for Stale Cereal
Don't toss out that stale breakfast cereal! Instead, check out these ways to ensure that none of it goes to waste.
How often do you get your paycheck?
One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef