There's a certain class of ways to get free money or free stuff simply by paying attention, keeping track, and being careful. I don't do these things. It's not because they don't
Everyone’s looking to become less dependent on the traditional economy. As we wean ourselves from manufactured luxuries and discover ways to create for ourselves, it can be diffic
This week a story from The Detroit News reported that homes are being listed in Detroit for $1. One particular $1 home sold for cash after being on the market for 19 days. The buye
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Every six months, the Treasury sets a new fixed rate for series I savings bonds. After tracking close to the rate on the Treasury's other inflation-indexed bonds during the Clinto
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
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I turn down free money
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Avoid Stressing Out During the Holidays?
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Are $1 homes worth buying?
This week a story from The Detroit News reported that homes are being listed in Detroit for $1. One particular $1 home sold for cash after being on the market for 19 days. The buye
7 Lessons I Learned About Money After Living in Mexico
Living abroad can really broaden your horizons, especially when it comes to money.
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Ask the Readers: What Do You Look For in a Car?
Tell us what you look for in a car and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Here's What I Learned About Money After Using Acorns
I've never been good with money. But in just three months of using Acorns, I've gotten a whole lot better.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Halloween?
Tell us how you save money on Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How Baking Soda Took My Bathroom from “Yuck” to Yes!
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Ask the Readers: Are You On Track for Retirement?
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Ask the Readers: What Helps You Relax?
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New rate set for series I savings bonds
Every six months, the Treasury sets a new fixed rate for series I savings bonds. After tracking close to the rate on the Treasury's other inflation-indexed bonds during the Clinto
Will A Dental Discount Plan Save You Money?
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
The 5 Best Food Dehydrators
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Get Your Home Cleaner Than a Pro Can — And Save Big
Save money on a cleaning service by using a little elbow grease of your own. Your home will sparkle — and it's a lot easier than you think!
Getting by without a job, part 1--losing a job
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps