One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
Military families can get special benefits from credit cards, such as waived annual fees. Check out these great cards for service men, women, and their families.
Doing your own home repairs saves lots of money, and these resources can give you the training you need to ensure your "fix" doesn't make the problem worse.
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10 Sites and Apps to Help You Track Your Spending and Stick to Your Budget
One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
5 Signs You Were Raised by Parents With Bad Social Skills
Our parents teach us so much about how to live — for better or worse. If crowds aren't your thing, identify the signs and overcome your upbringing.
Baby Carrots: The Frugal Idea That Isn't
Think baby carrots are a convenient, cheap snack food? Well, you're right. But baby carrots are, by and large, more expensive than regular carrots.
How Much Should You Actually Be Spending on a Date?
It's almost Friday! Treat your partner to a great night out this weekend — without busting your budget.
The Best Prepaid Debit Cards
Prepaid debit cards offer the convenience of a regular credit card...with some unexpected benefits. Learn more about these financial tools.
10 Smart Things to Do With $25
They say $25 can't buy you a lot these days. Well, "they" are not always correct. Check out this list for 10 great, useful ways to spend that cash.
How to Use Financial Anchors to Make Better Money Decisions
Using this mental trick can transform you into a money master.
Why Behavior Nudges Don't Always Lead to Healthy Habits
Behavior nudges have proven successful in many scenarios, but they aren't perfect. Here's why they may not be the best bet for changing your habits.
7 Cheaper Versions of Your Favorite Products
Stop paying premium for name brands! Save big on these seven products by ignoring a fancy label.
Hang Frames Perfectly Every Time With These 5 Picture Hanging Hacks
Decorate your place with pictures, artwork, and anything else in a frame quickly and accurately with these simple tricks.
12 Ways to Cut Down on Garbage and Save Money Too!
Reducing your trash stream is good for the environment. If that's not enough, it can boost your revenue stream too. Read this to learn how!
11 Ways Freelancers and Telecommuters Can Make Friends and Network
Working from home has its perks, but let's face facts — it gets a bit lonesome.
Craigslist vs. eBay: Where to Sell 10 Common Items
Craigslist or eBay? It can be a difficult decision. Use this cheat sheet to figure out where to hock 10 of the most commonly sold items.
The Best Credit Cards For Military Personnel and Families
Military families can get special benefits from credit cards, such as waived annual fees. Check out these great cards for service men, women, and their families.
8 Apple Watch Apps That'll Save You Money
The Apple Watch is here — and we've rounded up some must-have finance apps to help you manage your money. Is your wrist ready for personal finance?
This Is How Free Money Management Apps Make Money
Most money management apps are free. How do they earn revenue?
5 Reasons You Definitely Need Renters' Insurance
Yes, renters, you totally need to insure your stuff — and yourself — from mishaps big and small. Don't economize here!
How Late Payments Affect Your Credit
Don't let runaway late payments wreak havoc on your credit score.
DIY Home Improvement: 10 Free Options for Training and Advice
Doing your own home repairs saves lots of money, and these resources can give you the training you need to ensure your "fix" doesn't make the problem worse.
3 Tactful Ways to Ask for Money for Your Wedding
Asking your wedding guests for cash to pay for the wedding (or anything else) is awkward. See if one of these angles makes it easier.