“How much does it cost to travel full-time as a Professional Hobo?” I am asked this question regularly by readers of my personal website. And while I maintain that the cost of full
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
Your microwave really can do more than pop popcorn and nuke leftovers. Challenge your appliance with these delicious, easy, and (of course) quick recipes.
For most people, frugality is a lifestyle choice born out of necessity. A lost job, increase in expenses, or a battle with debt has forced them to take extreme measures to balance
When the Obama administration first announced the details of the Making Home Affordable program in March, the guidelines for the refinance portion stated that the loan refinanced c
Protecting your computer and other tech gadgets from surges isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these power surge protectors and your devices can weather any storm.
“Credit cards and debit cards have the exact same benefits.” I’ve heard this statement for a long time, but I wanted to test it out to see if it is true.
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When the daily Stay-at-Home routine starts to wear thin, take heart. You're living — and teaching — some valuable frugal living truths.
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Acing FAFSA is crucial for making college affordable for so many students. Unfortunately, it's also super confusing.
5 Ways to Live Like a Celebrity on a Budget
It is possible to live like a celebrity and retain a bit of luxury even when you're cutting corners.
Can cheap AppleCare on eBay be trusted?
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in December
It's peak shopping season, but not every buy is a peak deal. Learn where to find the big discounts this month — and where to freeze your spending.
14 Great Dishes You Can Make in the Microwave
Your microwave really can do more than pop popcorn and nuke leftovers. Challenge your appliance with these delicious, easy, and (of course) quick recipes.
Save on Car Maintenance With These 5 DIY Tips
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Failed Frugality: 5 Clues You’ve Gone Too Far
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Making Home Affordable expanded again - borrowers allowed to refinance loans up to 125 percent of value
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Looking for ways to afford the holiday shopping tab this year? Join the club — literally!
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What are you saving for? Hopefully it's some (or all!) of these important savings goals.
Weird Money Facts: 10 Things You Didn't Know About Counterfeit Money
Maybe the strangest fact about counterfeits is that they're real until they aren't. Read on for more true facts about phony money.
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The 5 Best Power Surge Protectors
Protecting your computer and other tech gadgets from surges isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these power surge protectors and your devices can weather any storm.
Best Money Tips: Money Lessons We Can Learn From Beyoncé
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Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards: A Comprehensive Comparison
“Credit cards and debit cards have the exact same benefits.” I’ve heard this statement for a long time, but I wanted to test it out to see if it is true.
10 Foods With the Most Bang for Your Buck
It's easy to buy a lot of calories for little (just eat junk food). Guess what? It's also easy to buy a lot of nutrition for a little money.
Why One-Third of Americans Haven't Saved for Retirement
The good news is that two-thirds of Americans have saved at least something for retirement. Do any of these explanations sound familiar?