When I went to college it was unheard of to rent textbooks, but a number of outfits such as Chegg, Campus Book Rentals, and BookRenter.com have sprung up in the last few years that
My sister starts college this spring and I've been thinking about options for helping her out with her expenses beyond tuition. While I'd love to be able to just cover all her cost
The Kindle is a reading device that Amazon sells to enable you to spend more money on Amazon. However, it turns out there are lots of things you can do with your Kindle without spe
This week, I discovered a new iPhone app called CoupSmart when a reader alerted me to the fact that they had won $200 just for using it. Here’s the scoop for anyone else who’s int
We spend our whole life trying to reach our retirement goal. What do we do when we actually reach it? Here are some suggestions that anyone can and should follow.
Whether I’m managing a busy day, the options for managing a busy to-do list and getting things done are almost endless. Here two of my preferred methods to controlling the madness.
From reducing national health-care costs to kick-starting your kid's college fund, breast-feeding is fabulously frugal in more ways than you might expect.
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Can You Save Money by Renting Textbooks?
When I went to college it was unheard of to rent textbooks, but a number of outfits such as Chegg, Campus Book Rentals, and BookRenter.com have sprung up in the last few years that
Beyond Tuition: Helping Out With College Expenses
My sister starts college this spring and I've been thinking about options for helping her out with her expenses beyond tuition. While I'd love to be able to just cover all her cost
Best Money Tips: How to Get Free Money on Your Next Flight
Today we found articles on how to get free money on your next flight, ways to watch sports without cable, and costumes you can DIY on the cheap.
Be Careful Who You Owe: Here's Who Can Garnish Your Wages
Most Americans already live paycheck to paycheck. If you owe these four creditors money, well...that paycheck might get a little — or a lot — smaller.
You Never Need to Pay to Watch Movies — Here's Why
Even the matinee is expensive these days, but with these 13 options, you always catch a flick for free.
10 Free Things to Do With Your Kindle
The Kindle is a reading device that Amazon sells to enable you to spend more money on Amazon. However, it turns out there are lots of things you can do with your Kindle without spe
How To Cut Car Ownership Costs
Here are a few things to consider to keep the costs of car ownership low.
Limes Are Crazy Expensive Right Now: 16 Ways to Replace Them
Can't afford limes? Use these replacements to save money and awaken your taste buds.
Women Pay More for Health Care — Here's How to Pay Less
Many factors can spike your health care costs through the roof. Including being a woman.
6 Secrets to Mastering the Debt Snowball
The debt snowball method really, truly works. Now, you just need to master it!
25 Hobbies You Can Start for Under $10
Starting a new hobby should never drain your bank account. Luckily, there are a bunch that you can start for $10 or less.
Prizes and Freebies from CoupSmart for the iPhone
This week, I discovered a new iPhone app called CoupSmart when a reader alerted me to the fact that they had won $200 just for using it. Here’s the scoop for anyone else who’s int
I'm Financially Free. Now What?
We spend our whole life trying to reach our retirement goal. What do we do when we actually reach it? Here are some suggestions that anyone can and should follow.
5 Hi-Tech To-Do Lists: Get It Done!
Whether I’m managing a busy day, the options for managing a busy to-do list and getting things done are almost endless. Here two of my preferred methods to controlling the madness.
Things Don't Cost What They Used To: 10 Major Price Shifts in 2010
From corn to gold, these 10 common goods and commodities had major price changes in 2010 — and may continue to shift in 2011.
10 Work Perks You Can't Get as a Freelancer
You're ready to strike out on your own. Before ditching your day job, find out what work perks the freelancing world simply can't match.
The Best Ways to Whiten Your Teeth
Sparkling white teeth look great, but we don't all have the cash to spend on expensive procedures. Find out the best ways to whiten at any budget.
Best Money Tips: How to Save Old Towels
Today, we share frugal ways to rescue your old towels, handy tax apps for the iPhone and Android, and tasty tips for homemade vegetable broth.
4 Ways Breast-Feeding Saves Money
From reducing national health-care costs to kick-starting your kid's college fund, breast-feeding is fabulously frugal in more ways than you might expect.
How to Raise Backyard Chickens
If you've thought about getting your own set of fowl, this starter guide will have you well on your way to fresh eggs and friendly wake-up calls.