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“The first rule of Fight Club – We Do Not Talk About Fight Club.” Everyone who’s seen the movie remembers that. But what about something Tyler Durden, the anarchist extraordinaire,
Science has proven that exposure to germs and dirt helps build up a strong immune system. Don't waste your money on bacterial soaps and wipes - they're just coddling your immune sy
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
Christmas has a way of sneaking up on you, and before you know it, the budget is out the window as you spend money like no other month. This year I want to encourage you to set som
Emergency rooms provide excellent care, but you can wait eons if you have a non-life-threatening problem and still pay through the nose. The wait at urgent-care centers, on the oth
Hang around with frugality and simplicity types for any length of time and you'll hear a lot about distinguishing between needs and wants. It's come to me, though, that this issue
Lightweight and powerful, tablets are a great option whether you're looking for a portable computer or an e-reader. Read on to learn which one you should get.
Do you know the difference between planned and perceived obsolescence?
Do you know why high heels are fashionable with chunky heels one year, and thin heels the next year?
Why is
Stagflation, the bane of the 1970s, is pretty much the worst situation for ordinary folks. With the economy depressed, jobs are scarce for workers and profits are scarce for busin
This week President Obama rolled out an initiative for the failing American automakers to restructure. The plan proposes several consumer incentives to jumpstart auto sales. Her
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Best Money Tips: All You Need to Know About Saving for Retirement
Today we found some stellar articles on all you need to know about saving for retirement, personal finance experiences for older kids, and average tax refunds.
The financial wisdom of Fight Club
“The first rule of Fight Club – We Do Not Talk About Fight Club.” Everyone who’s seen the movie remembers that. But what about something Tyler Durden, the anarchist extraordinaire,
Ask the Readers: What Goals Did You Achieve in 2015?
Tell us about the goals you achieved in 2015 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Things Everyone Should Know About the Commodities Markets
From cows to coffee, billions of dollars are lost and made trading commodities. Here's what you need to know — even if you're not a trader.
Make Your Food Taste Better With Rituals
A new study shows that performing a ritual before you eat or drink can enhance the food's flavor and your satisfaction.
The 5 Best Microwaves
From defrosting an entire chicken to popping all the popcorn in a bag without burning, these microwaves can make your life easier.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Dream Career?
Tell us about your dream career and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Are we too clean for our own good?
Science has proven that exposure to germs and dirt helps build up a strong immune system. Don't waste your money on bacterial soaps and wipes - they're just coddling your immune sy
How To Get A Big Payoff From College Scholarships
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
New Year, New Spending Habits
Christmas has a way of sneaking up on you, and before you know it, the budget is out the window as you spend money like no other month. This year I want to encourage you to set som
Cost Comparison: Emergency Rooms vs. Urgent Care Centers
Emergency rooms provide excellent care, but you can wait eons if you have a non-life-threatening problem and still pay through the nose. The wait at urgent-care centers, on the oth
Needs, wants, and not even wants
Hang around with frugality and simplicity types for any length of time and you'll hear a lot about distinguishing between needs and wants. It's come to me, though, that this issue
Save Hundreds by Getting Yourself Out of Hot Water
Saving hot water can be easy — and even help you lose weight — with just a few habit changes.
The 5 Best Tablet Computers
Lightweight and powerful, tablets are a great option whether you're looking for a portable computer or an e-reader. Read on to learn which one you should get.
How to Buy a Laptop Computer
If you're shopping for a new laptop, pay attention to these features.
Where Did Your iPod Come From? The Story of Stuff
Do you know the difference between planned and perceived obsolescence? Do you know why high heels are fashionable with chunky heels one year, and thin heels the next year? Why is
Stag-hyperinflation?
Stagflation, the bane of the 1970s, is pretty much the worst situation for ordinary folks. With the economy depressed, jobs are scarce for workers and profits are scarce for busin
Will these car buying incentives get you to buy a new car?
This week President Obama rolled out an initiative for the failing American automakers to restructure. The plan proposes several consumer incentives to jumpstart auto sales. Her
20 Great Lifehack Lists Everyone Should Read
From home-buying advice to finding free Wi-Fi, these 20 lists, with more than 200 great tips and tricks, are must reads.
The Economics of Marriage and Health - Til Death Do Us Part
Studies have shown that a healthy marriage could translate into a healthy heart, not to mention saving money on health care or an expensive divorce.