Today we found some stellar articles on ways people wast money on groceries, making extra money before Christmas, and being safe when making charitable donations.
For most of the 20th century, capitalism and democracy seemed to go hand-in-hand. After all, every democratic country was largely capitalist and nearly every capitalist country wa
A four-year college degree can be one of the most expensive purchases in a person’s lifetime. In fact, many hard-working professionals continue to pay for their college education l
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
Too much stuff getting in your way and getting you down? Part cleaning and part therapy, deep decluttering clears ours heads while it clears out space.
It seems like new variations of the Nigerian 419 scam pop up every week. The one that caught my attention recently involved renting a home, and it’s a nasty trick that could take a
A recent pilot program conducted by the FDIC featured loans with terms designed to beat those offered by payday sharks. Hopefully we'll see these loans replicated.
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Best Money Tips: Ways People Waste Money on Groceries
Today we found some stellar articles on ways people wast money on groceries, making extra money before Christmas, and being safe when making charitable donations.
The 5 Best Air Fresheners
Life gets messy, and those messes can stink. Try any of these five air fresheners to combat unpleasant smells and keep life fresh.
Book review: Supercapitalism
For most of the 20th century, capitalism and democracy seemed to go hand-in-hand. After all, every democratic country was largely capitalist and nearly every capitalist country wa
6 Ways to Pay Less Money For A College Degree
A four-year college degree can be one of the most expensive purchases in a person’s lifetime. In fact, many hard-working professionals continue to pay for their college education l
Save Money on Appliances at any Time of Year
You may be looking into buying a replacement for that old fridge or dishwasher, but take a minute to run through these tips.
Stop Making These 10 Bogus Retirement Savings Excuses
Your nest egg needs attention now if you want to ease smoothly into retirement later. No more excuses!
Evolve Your Money Management Beyond the Budget
Budgeting can be complicated, tedious, and inflexible. But for some, there's a simpler, more reliable way to accomplish the same thing.
Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
11 Freelance Jobs That Pay Surprisingly Well
Freelancers don't always have to struggle to pull in a decent income. Some side gigs actually pay well.
12 Ways a Deep Declutter Can Improve Your Life
Too much stuff getting in your way and getting you down? Part cleaning and part therapy, deep decluttering clears ours heads while it clears out space.
8 Online Stores With Surprisingly Great Clothing Deals
Discount retailers aren't the only places to get great fashion deals online. Check out these surprising name brand options.
DIY Bedbug Detector Is Cheap and Effective and Full of Science
If you suspect you may have bedbugs, but aren’t sure how to test for them, try this DIY bedbug detector before calling in the bug sniffing dogs.
10 Hidden Housing Costs New Homeowners Don't Expect
Buying a house comes with tons of hidden costs — and newbie buyers tend to overlook these 10 big ones.
The 5 Best Body Scrubs
Keeping your skin fresh and blemish-free isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these body scrubs and your skin will shine bright like a diamond.
5 Steps to Take If You're House Poor
The housing crash and recession have left many of us feeling house poor. The first step in getting out is understanding how deep we're in.
The vicious Home Rental Scam – don’t get conned.
It seems like new variations of the Nigerian 419 scam pop up every week. The one that caught my attention recently involved renting a home, and it’s a nasty trick that could take a
Bank-Based Small-Dollar Loans: An Alternative to Payday Loans
A recent pilot program conducted by the FDIC featured loans with terms designed to beat those offered by payday sharks. Hopefully we'll see these loans replicated.
How to Save Money on Kids' Activities
Balancing all of your kids' activities can be stressful — and expensive. Start getting creative about saving while your kids get creative about fun!
9 Things You Need to Know About a Home Appraisal
If you're a total newbie to the housing market, a home appraisal is your ticket to paying a fair price.
21 Things That Young Adults Absolutely Need to Know About Money
While most colleges and universities offer personal finance courses, only a fraction of students sign up for them. It's time for a cram session.