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How to Put Your Spouse on a Budget Without Ruining Your Marriage

Get your spouse on the same financial page as you with these easy (and even fun!) budgeting tips.

Health Risks and 5 Other Secrets Barcodes Can Tell You

You may think the barcode is only there for inventory and checkout, but think again. Barcodes hold a wealth of knowledge if you have the right key.

The Law (of) Suits: Insurance for Men

If you are of working age and not independently wealthy through some sort of athletic ability, pop song, technological innovation or government bailout or defense contract, you nee

6 Basic Tips for Buying a Bank Owned Home

Currently many homes for sale are owned by banks. These properties are also known as real estate owned or REO and they have gone through the foreclosure process. Some of them are i

6 Ways to Get College Kids Home for the Holidays for Cheap

Your college kid likely wants to hang at home on their much-earned holiday break. Get them back to the nest without going broke.

Guest Post: Living off Capital

I have a guest post up on The Simple Dollar that talks about Living Off Capital.

You did WHAT with my SSN?

My bank thinks I should feel comfortable with one of their employees toting around a personal notebook containing my social security number. Should I?

The Frugal Colonizer's Guide to Getting to Mars

What if a trip to the red planet cost $200,000? Could you afford to go? Well, with these tips you just might!

The $5 Gadget That Can Save You Thousands of Dollars

Split the cost of your medication in half by simply doubling the dose and splitting the pills in half.

Your Stressful Job May Be… Making You Healthier?

We all know that stress does not do a body good... Or does it?

“Smart Pills” Will Soon Have You Swallowing Computers

The sensors in "smart pills" will help you and your doctor monitor your health from the inside out.

Best Money Tips: Pack These Travel Essentials to Save Money

Today we found some stellar articles on travel essentials to pack to save money, car care tips to save money, and DIY financial tasks you should never do.

10 Incredible-but-True Facts About Eating Fruits and Vegetables

Tomatoes AREN'T a fruit (at least in America), and carrots don't help your eyes. Wait, what? Learn more about these and other surprising produce facts!

10 Tips to Save You from an ATM Skimmer

If you don’t yet know the term “skimmer,” put it in your vocabulary. Here are ways to avoid ATM skimmers.

The 5 Best Gel Eyeliners

Applying eyeliner perfectly isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these gel eyeliners and your cat-eye game will always be on point.

12 No-Bake Holiday Treats That Won't Bust Your Budget

Stay within your holiday budget and save both time and energy with these delicious, easy to make treats, no baking required.

14 of the Best Free Things to Do Abroad

Finding just one amazing free activity in a foreign city can go a long way to putting your mind at rest that you’re not over-spending.

Best Money Tips: The Best Businesses to Start in 2017

Today we found articles on the best businesses to start in 2017, tips for throwing a great New Year’s Eve party for cheap, and the things you need for winter hibernation.

The 5 Best Electric Razors

Electric razors have gotten better and more affordable over the years. Get a clean shave (no shaving cream required) with these top picks.

Solving the World's Problems Could Win You Millions

Hey, smarty-pants — the world needs your help! Solve one of these pressing problems, and you could walk away with a hefty prize.