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I had written off Europe as a possibility for the budget traveler long ago. I did it with great difficulty, because I know from experience there is nothing like the food, history,
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Two of the unhappiest people I ever knew lived in the apartment below mine when I lived for two years in Salt Lake City. They acted as on-site managers--collected rent checks in
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Redeeming travel rewards is fun and can feel like scoring free travel, but there are some hidden expenses you should budget for.
Take back St. Valentine’s Day from Hallmark and Hershey’s.
Today is St. Valentine’s Day. Delivery vans filled with flowers are passing each other on the highways; the supermarket aisles filled with pink and red cards are chock full of men
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Before you apply for a personal loan to cover your holiday spending, consider these alternatives.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in March
Another March is upon us which means another month of great deals, as well as some terrible buys to skip. Read on for this month's best buys.
7 Ways Being Debt Free Can Cost You
Generally speaking, debt is bad. But sometimes taking on debt is unavoidable — and can actually be good for you.
Europe Reborn As A Budget Destination?
I had written off Europe as a possibility for the budget traveler long ago. I did it with great difficulty, because I know from experience there is nothing like the food, history,
U.S. Bank College Visa Credit Card Review
For students trying to build credit, a simple and straightforward credit card with no annual fee and no rewards could be the best option.
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Online Banking?
Tell us if you use online banking and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Zen Spring Cleaning (and making a little cash off it too)
The snow has melted. The kids are gone to grandma's. Sounds like the best (and most frugal) thing to do this April would be to stay home and clean, organize, and sell all that
Best Money Tips: Financial Moves for Your 20s
Today we found financial moves to make in your 20s, smart ways to use salt, and Craigslist tips that’ll improve your finances.
Getting Around the Guidebook: Techniques for Researching your Trip Without Spending a Fortune
If you are planning a big trip with multiple countries on the itinerary, purchasing a
7 Things Your Financial Advisor Wishes You Knew
Then again, if you already knew these truths about investing, why would you need a financial advisor?
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Your Hobbies?
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Stabilize Your Portfolio With These 5 Bond Funds
Bonds don't promise thrilling growth, and that's a plus. Consider adding these five funds to your nest egg for balance — and some tax advantages.
Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Eat Fast Food?
Tell us how often you eat fast food and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Book review: Cash-Rich Retirement
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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!
Wanna Put Away Some Cash? Take A Vacation!
A cruise to the Bahamas or a trip to that luxury spa aren’t going to get you ahead financially. However, if you’re looking to sock away a coupl
Best Money Tips: Cheapest Cities for Retirees
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.