In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
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Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
Kale is a frugal, healthy powerhouse that tastes great...if you know how to prepare it right. Incorporate kale into your diet with these simple recipes.
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Book review: The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Best Money Tips: Smartphone Time Management Mistakes
Today, we give you homemade face paint recipes for kids, ways that your smartphone can complicate your life, and tips to avoid teary eyes when cutting onions.
Don't Buy a House With a Pool Until You Can Answer These 7 Questions
You might be dreaming of taking a dip, but owning a home with a pool raises plenty of pricey questions.
Buying Individual Dental Insurance Online: My Experience
I'm religious about my six-month cleanings, so when I needed dental insurance, I compared several options. Here's what I found.
5 Multipurpose iPhone 4 Cases Fit for a Freelancer
Standard iPhone 4 cases don't do jack, but these five specimens work hard for your money by pulling double duty.
17 Uses for Stale Bread
Using up leftover bread is not only frugal, it's delicious. Make sure you eat every last crumb of that aging loaf with these recipes.
10 Exercises to Do at Work That Don't Make You Look Silly
Realistically, most of us can't pull out crazy yoga poses, lift weights, or do jumping jacks at work. Here are 10 realistic exercises for the office.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Family Travel
Today we found some great articles on frugal family travel, the best way to avoid bank fees, and tips for a Christmas to remember.
5 Unexpected Benefits of Secured Credit Cards
Secured credit cards can help build or rebuild credit — but you may be surprised by the other benefits they offer, too.
22 Reasons to Stop Drinking Soda
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
6 Quick Ways to Retrain for a New Career
If your current gig isn't doing it for you anymore, you can retrain — quickly — for a new line of work.
Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Reduce Plastic Waste
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How to Have a Good Roommate Relationship
Cohabitating can save you a lot of money...but it's not worth it if your roommate is awful. Follow these tips for a good roomie relationship.
Save Hundreds on Back to School Shopping with These Credit Card Tricks
If you're dreading the expense of back to school shopping, these credit cards tips can help you big!
25 Frugal Ways to "Pay It Forward"
Paying it forward — doing something nice for someone else — makes that person feel great AND improves your day. Here's how to do it frugally.
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Cooking With Kale: Easy Recipes for Real People
Kale is a frugal, healthy powerhouse that tastes great...if you know how to prepare it right. Incorporate kale into your diet with these simple recipes.
Why We Take on Credit Card Debt
Why some of us take on so much debt — and how others manage to avoid it so well — can seem mysterious. Discover some of the reasons.
10 Inexpensive Spring Spruce-Up Ideas for Your Home
Are you ready for some spring redecorating...but your wallet isn't? Don't worry! You can spruce up your space with these 10 budget-friendly DIY ideas.
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