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You've wrung every mile out of your frequent flyer program. Now wring every cent out of your other rewards programs for your hotel, rental car, and more.
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Dear Secretary Paulson: I've looked over the fact sheet on the proposal to give the Treasury the authority to purchase "troubled assets," and although I have some doubts about th
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We've all heard that less is more. If you're like me, you've also heard at least a million ways to apply that. But is the opposite ever true? Do we ever save in the long run by spe
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Today we found articles on smart ways to slash your food budget, steps to take to become a better investor, and savvy ways to save money at warehouse stores.
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The Best (Inexpensive) Souvenirs
As a rule, we don’t buy souvenirs for their usefulness. A t-shirt from the Hard Rock Café or a shell sculpture from Hawaii isn’t going to increase your productivity — in fact, dust
Ask the Readers: How Do You Have Frugal Fun?
Tell us how you have frugal fun and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
All the Modern Ways You Can Order Pizza
Using a telephone to order a pizza is so 10 years ago. These days, all you need to have a fresh pie delivered to your door is an emoji.
Getting Your Travel Rewards on the Ground
You've wrung every mile out of your frequent flyer program. Now wring every cent out of your other rewards programs for your hotel, rental car, and more.
Facebook For Budget Travelers
For the frequent traveler, Facebook is an excellent way to keep in touch with friends and acquaintances from around the world. Is it possible, however, that the popular social netw
Me too, Secretary Paulson!
Dear Secretary Paulson: I've looked over the fact sheet on the proposal to give the Treasury the authority to purchase "troubled assets," and although I have some doubts about th
14 Ways to Organize a Messy Closet
Whether you're organizing your closet for the first time or need to make even more space, these tips will help keep your clothing neat and easy-to-access.
Coupon Coups
Nothing vindicates a cynic by being proven right and coupons can often be used as a marketing tool for the old bait and switch. Overcome misgivings about coupons by going from coup
New Rules of Budgeting: Focus on Your Dreams
Old-school budgets are boring. Try this new fun approach that focuses on your dreams instead of your restrictions.
The Frugal Living Commencement Speech I'd Give to My Younger Self
If time travel were possible, this is the commencement speech I'd give to my younger self about living frugally.
Best Tips for First Time Home Buyers: Learn to Trust
I started out the home buying process by scouring the internet for information and hitting up the local library. I read 8 or 9 books and countless blogs and websites and still cou
When More is Less
We've all heard that less is more. If you're like me, you've also heard at least a million ways to apply that. But is the opposite ever true? Do we ever save in the long run by spe
Why Women Need Life Insurance — and What to Do About It
You might think that you don't need life insurance coverage — especially if you're single or a stay-at-home mom. Learn why and what you can do.
Best Money Tips: 100+ Things to Do Before You Die
Today we found some great articles on things to do before you die, getting the best deal on an engagement ring, and reducing the cost of your commute.
How to Spend Less on Everything in 2014
Many of us probably resolved to "spend less" this year, but didn't give the "how" much thought. Here are five "how's" to get you started.
10 Money-Saving Gifts to Put on Your Wedding Registry
Start newlyweds on the right financial path with one of these thoughtful wedding gifts that celebrates the union with many happy returns.
Are Most Businesses Going Green Just to Save Some Green?
I heard an interesting story the other day. A radio DJ was annoyed because when he went to pick up his boarding passes from the check in counter, he was handed them without any kin
Best Money Tips: 50 Ways to Slash Your Food Budget
Today we found articles on smart ways to slash your food budget, steps to take to become a better investor, and savvy ways to save money at warehouse stores.
5 Fun Ways to Eat Hot Dogs
After a “buy one, get one package free” hot dog sale recently at Safeway, I went through my cookbooks, searching for unusual hot-dog recipes. Here are some really wacky hot dog dis
One Thing You Need to Do to Be Happy and Improve Your Relationships
Discover how one technique can help you move forward, joyfully.