I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
Since I got married people have been constantly asking me two questions. One is, "are you pregnant yet?", and the other is "are you going to buy a house?" One
I’ve embraced the compact fluorescent light bulb revolution wholeheartedly. I preach their money-saving abilities and cite statistics about energy. I comment on brands and varietie
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Even if your place will never be ready for the cover of "Better Homes," you can keep it presentable and welcoming by focusing your cleaning in these key areas.
Early retirement is a topic I've always been interested in. The particular version of it that this book deals with--living well on less money, as a means to getting by wit
In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
Don't waste an opportunity — be sure to ask these questions during your next job interview to help determine whether the position is the right fit for you.
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The ethics of hoarding
In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
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Ask the Readers: What Do You Do to Relax?
Tell us about what you do to relax and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Ask the Readers: How Do you Save on Your Phone Bill?
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5 Questions You Should Ask at Every Job Interview
Don't waste an opportunity — be sure to ask these questions during your next job interview to help determine whether the position is the right fit for you.