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Line drying isn't always the best way to dry your clothes. Discover when you should let the machine do it, and when it's appropriate to let it all hang out.
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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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Whether or not you think Walter White got the end he deserved, his rise and fall as a drug kingpin does have something to teach about sensible money management.
Today we found articles on how to avoid busting your budget on a DIY project, money myths that lead to debt, and tips for buying stylish and affordable furniture.
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Are Your Finances Fragile?
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Is Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Worth It?
Depending on your car and your aversion to risk, mechanical breakdown insurance can prove to be a smart investment...or a waste of funds.
Line Drying Your Laundry: Frugal or Foolish?
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How to Grow Your Solo Business Without Hiring Employees
Once upon a time, you couldn't grow your revenue very much without hiring a team. Not anymore.
8 Ways ETFs Can Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Mutual Funds
It used to be that that the smart way to invest simply was to buy mutual funds. Not anymore — ETFs are where your money should go.
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Today we found articles on tiny house trends to maximize your space, money lessons we can learn from football, and online security steps to take this holiday season.
4 Worst Reasons to Buy a House
You should buy a home because you want to — not because these myths make you believe it's a good idea.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Maximize Medicare Benefits
Today we found articles on how to maximize Medicare benefits, countries where you’ll get the most bang for your buck, and a practical guide to saying no.
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We don't like to think about it, but planning our own death is one of the most important things we can do for our loved ones. These tools can help.
How to Deal With Collection Agencies
Turn the collections process to your advantage by following these 9 suggestions.
10 Things to Stop Doing on Social Media by 30
Acting like a child on social media isn't such a great look when you're a grown, professional adult.
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
The Pros and Cons of Autopay
Is bill autopay the answer to your problems, or just another problem? As with so many things, it's likely a little of both.
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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
The many uses for empty plastic bottles
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12 Reasons Your Debt Isn't Diminishing
Uh oh — your debt burden has hardly budged from your initial starting balance. What are you doing wrong?
7 Financial Lessons From Breaking Bad
Whether or not you think Walter White got the end he deserved, his rise and fall as a drug kingpin does have something to teach about sensible money management.
20 Places to Find the Best Freebies
Free stuff is pretty awesome, right? Here are the best places to find all the freebies you can handle.
Best Money Tips: How to Avoid Busting Your Budget on a DIY Project
Today we found articles on how to avoid busting your budget on a DIY project, money myths that lead to debt, and tips for buying stylish and affordable furniture.