A few weeks ago, I took a seminar called "Commanding Your Clutter" at a local community college. Here's what I learned about collecting, hoarding, shopping, and finally, letting go
I've been known to wrap presents literally five minutes before the family has planned to open them — and that means there's no time for a last minute run to the store for a roll of
Working out at the gym is agonizing and expensive, but it's necessary for a healthy life — or is it? A recent Time magazine piece questions whether working out essential to weight
You spend roughly 1/3 of your life sleeping, so shouldn’t you do it in a room that contributes to sweet dreams? Spiff up your bedroom with these easy changes.
Being a weekend warrior can be a heck of a lot more than a landscaping project. Try one of these activities for a long-term ROI that will make your life better.
Get hit with a bank overdraft fee? Put on your negotiation face to remove that fee, and then follow this simple plan to make sure it doesn't happen again.
I’ve written before about morality and pride taking a back seat to cash rewards. With today's game shows scraping the bottom of a very deep barrel, it amazes me what people will do
If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.
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How to Get Rid of Your Junk
A few weeks ago, I took a seminar called "Commanding Your Clutter" at a local community college. Here's what I learned about collecting, hoarding, shopping, and finally, letting go
5 Common Habits of Retirement-Savvy Savers
Saving for retirement doesn't have to be hard. Follow in the footsteps of the savviest savers, and you'll be well on your way.
The 6 Best Ways to Invest Just $100 Per Month This Year
Now that 2020 has begun, make sure you're setting your future self up for success by investing just $100 per month.
The 5 Best Hairsprays
Keeping your hair in place on blustery days isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these hairsprays and your 'do will continue looking fabulous.
Last Minute Wrapping Paper: 5 Options
I've been known to wrap presents literally five minutes before the family has planned to open them — and that means there's no time for a last minute run to the store for a roll of
4 Moves That Guarantee a Great Retirement
The number of Americans happy in retirement plummets each year. Avoid that fate and enjoy your golden years to the max.
This Interview Technique Will Get You Hired
Don't let your next job interview become another tale about the one that got away. Use this key technique to present the most employable you.
How Almost Anyone Can Afford to Retire in Mexico
Calling Mexico home during your golden years can really stretch your retirement savings. Crossing the border is a lot easier than you think!
Why Going to the Gym Is a Waste of Money, Time, and Resources
Working out at the gym is agonizing and expensive, but it's necessary for a healthy life — or is it? A recent Time magazine piece questions whether working out essential to weight
The 5 Best Electric Blankets
Need some extra warmth from your blanket when the cold weather sets in? Stay nice and warm in one of these five comfy electric blankets.
Shhhhh: How to Block Out Noise
I am the only tenant on the floor of an apartment building otherwise entirely under construction, and it's taught me a few things about finding quiet.
7 Ways to Remodel Your Bedroom (Without Demolishing a Thing)
You spend roughly 1/3 of your life sleeping, so shouldn’t you do it in a room that contributes to sweet dreams? Spiff up your bedroom with these easy changes.
9 Ways to Improve Your Life This Weekend
Being a weekend warrior can be a heck of a lot more than a landscaping project. Try one of these activities for a long-term ROI that will make your life better.
Charged With an Overdraft Fee? Get Your Money Back!
Get hit with a bank overdraft fee? Put on your negotiation face to remove that fee, and then follow this simple plan to make sure it doesn't happen again.
My disgusting fake game show asks "What would you do for money?"
I’ve written before about morality and pride taking a back seat to cash rewards. With today's game shows scraping the bottom of a very deep barrel, it amazes me what people will do
Ask the Readers: What Good Money Decisions Have You Made Recently?
Tell us about the good money decisions you've made recently and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
9 Savory Soups That Make Perfect Freezer Meals for Fall
Freezer meals are a busy parent's best friend. These nine freezer-friendly soups are perfect for keeping your family warm on those chilly fall nights.
The Five-Day Freeze: Batch Cooking for the Rest of Us
Here are my tips on batch cooking for those who work a full-time job, have tiny ones underfoot, or just generally hate cooking for days at a time.
Save Money on Shaving With These Razor Tricks
Make your razor go the extra mile — and last up to a year — with these money-saving (and razor-saving) tricks.
Can You Buy Your Way Out of the Rat Race?
If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.