Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
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Tension rods are great for curtains, but don't stop there. The inexpensive hardware store staple has lots of household uses, from organizing an office to hiding the kids.
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The Case of the Martini: Is Instant Gratification Financially Responsible?
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5 Ways to Make Adoption Affordable
The road to starting a family isn't always direct — or easy to pay for. Make adoption more affordable with grants, tax credits, and creativity.
Pet Peeves Part 3: Vet Visits
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10 Awesome Money-Making Hobbies
Have fun and keep your wallet full with one of these enjoyable, profit-turning hobbies.
11 Basic Questions About Retirement Saving Everyone Should Ask
Retirement savings can be complicated. Get ahead of the curve by brushing up on the basics.
Open Wide: 5 Ways to Score Discount Dental Care
Are you one of the millions of Americans without dental insurance? These resources can help you score great dental care at a discount.
4 Questions to Ask Before Getting Trendy Beauty Treatments
Before you risk your money — and your health! — on a trendy new beauty treatment, there are some things you should consider.
The 5 Best Kitchen Mixing Spoons
If your current kitchen tools just aren't cutting it, quality kitchen mixing spoons are what you need. Try one of these while cooking your next meal.
Do You Have These Key Character Traits for Investing Success?
Being a successful investor isn't just about money management — it also comes down to personality.
The 11 Best Websites for Renting Your Extra Space
Turn to the Internet for fast, simple, and safe ways to get your rental property in front of the right audience.
10 Frugal-but-Classy Appetizers
Delicious appetizers are part of what make parties awesome — and what can make them expensive, too. Keep costs down with these recipes.
Tips For Starting (Or Jumpstarting) Your Exercise Regimen
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8 Companies With the Best Employee Discounts
Love the idea of a steep discount to shop where you work? You might want to apply at one of these eight stores.
6 Money Misconceptions About Millennials
Despite coming of age in an age of burgeoning student loan debt, weak economies, stagnant wages, the kids these days are pretty savvy about money.
Best Money Tips: Find the Best Prepaid Plan
Today we found some fantastic articles on finding the best prepaid plan, common missed fees you need to avoid, and dealing with difficult work personalities.
Five J.O.B.’s That Aren’t That B.A.D.
Dream jobs and professional aspirations aside, sometimes it’s just necessary to go out and get a job. Any job. Whether you’ve found yourself laid-off, needing some part-time fun
Best Money Tips: Cheap Summer Activities for Families
Today we found some awesome articles on cheap summer activities for families, teaching kids about money, and making the most of your time.
How Much Should Your Kids Know About Your Finances?
I know of parents who don’t ever discuss money with their kids. “They should be carefree at this age,” they claim. Money isn’t an appropriate topic for family conversation at the
20 Unexpected Uses for Tension Rods
Tension rods are great for curtains, but don't stop there. The inexpensive hardware store staple has lots of household uses, from organizing an office to hiding the kids.