Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
Seattle's natural beauty and mild weather make it a fairly easy city to enjoy. Here are some of Seattle's local attractions that cost under $5 per person.
2008 will probably go down in history as the year of bailouts, crashes, and meltdowns. Here is a quick run down of all the laws and bills congress pushed through with lightning spe
Oh, soooo cute! It's a GIF of a kitten playing with a shiny button! Defend your focus and your productivity with this collection of distraction smashers.
From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
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Rural living in a world with expensive fuel
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
Is a Balance Transfer Offer a Good Deal?
Balance transfer credit cards can be a good way to consolidate debt. Here's what you need to know before signing the dotted line.
Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
8 Online Stores With Surprisingly Great Clothing Deals
Discount retailers aren't the only places to get great fashion deals online. Check out these surprising name brand options.
Two Dozen Uses For Toothpaste (Aside From Cleaning Your Teeth)
Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
Free and Cheap Things to Do in Seattle
Seattle's natural beauty and mild weather make it a fairly easy city to enjoy. Here are some of Seattle's local attractions that cost under $5 per person.
Your House Is a Hobby, Not an Investment
Never think of a house as an investment. Instead, think of it for what it really is — a time and money hole that can be fun to own.
Ask the Readers: What Money Lessons Did You Learn From Your Mom?
Tell us about the money lessons you learned from your mom and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Flashback Friday: The 60 Best Ways to Use Food Other Than Eating It
Eating food is the best, but what's even better is not wasting food that's about to go bad. Here are other ways to use food, other than eating it.
Ask the Readers: What Time Management Tools Do You Use?
Tell us about your time management tools and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
ReFi Shy? How to Determine If Now Is the Time to Refinance
As interest rates head north, homeowners are wondering if the timing is right to refinance. Here's how to find out.
When will the bailouts stop? A summary of 2008 stimulus packages and bailouts in the United States
2008 will probably go down in history as the year of bailouts, crashes, and meltdowns. Here is a quick run down of all the laws and bills congress pushed through with lightning spe
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Memorable Gift?
Tell us about your most memorable gift and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
7 Ways to Cut Your Food Bill Without Clipping a Single Coupon
I'll be honest, I like to clip coupons, but it’s not for everybody. Here are 7 ways to save money on groceries without using coupons.
7 Fool-Proof Ways to Stay Within Your Travel Budget
Costs have a tendency to creep up when we're on the road. Learn to be a savvy spender no matter where the travel bug takes you.
6 Tools That Stop Computer Distractions and Help You Stay on Task
Oh, soooo cute! It's a GIF of a kitten playing with a shiny button! Defend your focus and your productivity with this collection of distraction smashers.
10 Ways to Have a Cheaper Evening Hanging Out With Friends
Strengthen your friendship bonds without weakening your finances with these fun, cheap outings and get-togethers.
15 Surprising Facts About Income Tax
From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
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