It’s not news that women tend to hit glass ceilings in the workplace far sooner than men do. It’s also not news that women tend to earn less money than their male counterparts in e
If you want to get unique experiences, discover what a place is really like, AND save money, don't travel like a tourist — learn how to live like a local.
Every book on personal finance says that you should pay yourself first--get the money out of your checking account and you won't even know it's missing. There's a lot o
Recently rainwater harvesting is becoming more popular in America and states such as Arizona and New Mexico are adopting laws that mandate the practice for new buildings. Here are
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Women Are Responsible For Inequalities in the Workplace
It’s not news that women tend to hit glass ceilings in the workplace far sooner than men do. It’s also not news that women tend to earn less money than their male counterparts in e
7 Best Money Management Tips From John Oliver
Cable TV funnyman John Oliver gets a lot of laughs skewering the rich and powerful. Through the mirth, he also shares some solid financial advice.
How One Mediocre Investor Prospered After the Market Crash
A mediocre portfolio held up pretty well through the financial crisis — and has even done pretty great in the aftermath. Learn how.
New Ways to Listen to Music for Free or Cheap
Why pay for music when you don't have to? Get a constant influx of new music with these totally legal, free (or cheap) music services.
The 5 Best Contour Powders
Make your skin look flawless by using the right contour powder for your face. Any of these five best contour powders are great choices!
After Your Wedding, Say Yes to Selling the Dress
If you're still paying for your wedding after the big day (or you just want some extra cash), selling your dress can help offset costs. Here's how.
Live Like a Local: How to Tap Into the Local Scene While Traveling
If you want to get unique experiences, discover what a place is really like, AND save money, don't travel like a tourist — learn how to live like a local.
8 Green Products That Aren't
Pretty packaging may boast an eco-friendly product, but too often green is only skin deep. Beware of greenwashing!
Pay yourself last is okay too
Every book on personal finance says that you should pay yourself first--get the money out of your checking account and you won't even know it's missing. There's a lot o
6 Ways Social Media Can Save You Money
Sometimes to score big online #savings, all you need to do is work your social networks.
14 Unexpected Uses for Sugar
You can do a lot more with a sack of sugar than sweeten your tea and bake some cookies. Read on to learn 14 other ways sugar can enrich your life.
Everything You Need to Know About Flood Insurance
When it rains, it pours — and when it does, that flood insurance you've hated paying for will seem like a pretty smart investment.
How to Conserve Water by Harvesting Rain or Snow
Recently rainwater harvesting is becoming more popular in America and states such as Arizona and New Mexico are adopting laws that mandate the practice for new buildings. Here are
The Importance of Friendly Letters
Electronic messages are fast but impersonal. Learn why you should send a friendly letter instead.
6 Ways It Pays to Be Friendly With Your Neighbors
Having friendly neighbors is its own reward, of course, but all those neighborly smiles often pay-off in unexpected ways. Like these.
How to Add an Extra Hour to Your Day
There are never enough hours in the day to get things done, but by borrowing some money management skills, you can buy one.
What to Expect After These 5 Personal Financial Disasters
When a financial crisis hits, it helps to know exactly what to expect — and how to bounce back.
Guide to Better Style: The Curated Closet
Closet a mess? Wardrobe uninspiring? Take a look at how to transform the chaos into a collection that reflects your personal style.
Good Debt, Bad Debt
Whether debt is good or bad depends on how you spend the money. From best to worst, here are the four categories of debt that one writer uses.
11 Financial Moves to Make the Moment You Get Fired
Getting fired can feel like your world is falling apart. Make these financial moves right away and you'll start putting it back together again.