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How Cash Rewards Credit Cards Really Work

Confused by the proliferating credit card rewards programs? Find out what terms to avoid — and which ones will really save you money.

20 Creative Uses for Peeps Beyond the Easter Basket

You don't have to eat Peeps to enjoy them. From decorations to toys and even jewelry, here are 20 festive ways to use Peeps beyond taking a bite.

14 Effective Grease and Oil Stain Removal Tips

Oil stains don't have to stay forever. Whether they're in clothing, on driveways, or elsewhere, here are some effective ways to quickly and easily zap grease.

Mick Jagger Rarely Buys New and 4 Other Smart Money Lessons From Thrifty Musicians

Too often pop superstardom comes with superstar profligacy. Not so for these five frugal musicians whose smart money habits offer lessons for the rest of us.

9 Financial Skills Everyone Needs During Hard Times

When the going gets tough, the tough get frugal. Stick to those frugal habits when finances brighten, and you'll save even more.

The 7 Most Relaxing Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour

When your lunch break rolls around, leave the computer, get off the phone, and use your time for you — stop giving it to the man.

How to Get Cheap Auto Insurance for Young Drivers

What's scarier than letting your teen drive for the first time? The high price of his car insurance. Follow these tips to keep your kid's insurance costs down.

Best Money Tips: How to Pack a Suitcase

Today we found some fantastic articles to help you pack a suitcase, travel with presents, and set up a Christmas tree with zero fuss.

The Secret to Time Management and Work-Life Balance

If you want to be happy with your work-life balance, you might be surprised to discover it's about much more than how you manage your time.

Best Money Tips: 10 Fun Ways to Make Money on New Year's Eve

Today we found articles on ways to make money on New Year’s Eve, awesome organization hacks, and tips for amateur photographers.

The 5 Best Compression Sacks

Keeping your items dry from the elements isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these compression sacks and your stuff will always be safe and protected.

5 Killer Free Investment Tools

If you want to increase your investing knowledge, you don't need to pay the big bucks — just delve into these free resources.

The 5 Best Blow Dryers

You can let nature dry your hair on its own, or you can shape your locks according to your whim with one of these five best hair dryers. Your choice!

How to Build Financial Stability After Divorce

Finding your financial footing after a divorce is not easy, but you can do it.

10 Life Skills for Working Moms

It's no secret balancing work and family takes skill — these life skills, in particular, should be mastered by every working mom.

How to Get a Free Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report

Placing a fraud alert on your credit report is an easy (and free!) way to protect yourself from identity theft. But there's a catch.

Baby carrots the frugal idea thats isnt

If you are a health-oriented kind of person, and you need a quick, nutritious snack that doesn't require lots of slurping, what do you reach for? [more]

15 Odd American Taxes You May Have to Pay

Ben Franklin said taxes were one of the only certainties in life. These odd tax laws certainly raise an eyebrow.

3 Tactful Ways to Ask for Money for Your Wedding

Asking your wedding guests for cash to pay for the wedding (or anything else) is awkward. See if one of these angles makes it easier.

The mystery shopping scam that could cost you a fortune.

For many years now, thousands of folks have been earning a little extra cash by doing Mystery Shopping (aka Secret Shopping). [more]