Editor's Note: Congratulations to Steve, Diane, and Anna for winning this week's contest!
For most frugal-minded people, everyday life is filled with many small purchases with a few mid-range expenses sprinkled in. [more]
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Do you feel lost at the very idea of having a budget, let alone a comprehensive financial plan? Does it make your head hurt to think about how much you make and how much you spend?
Today, we’ll take a look at the remaining two (ultimately the most involved and arguably the most important) strategies for success in your small business.
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Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Expensive Purchase, Ever?
Editor's Note: Congratulations to Steve, Diane, and Anna for winning this week's contest! For most frugal-minded people, everyday life is filled with many small purchases with a few mid-range expenses sprinkled in. [more]
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Help! My Money Scares Me!: Tips for Educating Yourself Without Feeling Overwhelmed
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Ask the Readers: Would You Rather Rent or Buy a Home?
Tell us if you would rather rent or buy a home and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Today, we’ll take a look at the remaining two (ultimately the most involved and arguably the most important) strategies for success in your small business.
9 Financial Moves You Will Always Regret
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The Only 8 Rules of Investing You Need to Know
Investing seems so risky — and complicated. It really isn't, though, if you stick to the basics.
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Wake up on the wrong side of the bed? Take one or more of these positive, feel-good actions and watch the day brighten.
Declutter Your Home in 10 Minutes
It's easy to feel overwhelmed by your rising heaps of clutter. Bring order to your chaos and keep your home clean with this simple technique.
9 Things You Need to Know About a Home Appraisal
If you're a total newbie to the housing market, a home appraisal is your ticket to paying a fair price.
9 Cheap and Healthy Filler Foods
Boost the nutritional value (and the flavor) of your favorite dishes by adding these frugal, healthful fillers.
Protecting Yourself from Medical Billing Mistakes
By some estimates, up to 80% of medical bills out there have mistakes on them, so it’s in your best interest to know what you’re being charged for.
Still Without Health Insurance? Here’s How Much the Penalties Will Cost You
Health insurance may feel like a an expense you might just decide to forego, but going without can be a far costlier move.
The 8 Best Ways to Save on Back-to-School Supplies Right NOW
Is it already time to start thinking about back to school? It is if you want to save money!
Americans' savings rate up to almost 7% - who benefits?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
15 Amazing Uses for Baby Powder
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12 Words You Need to Delete From Your Resume Right Now
HR staffers see a lot of resumes — and a lot of cliches, tired idioms, and lazy skill descriptions in them. Make your resume memorable by cutting these awful words.