I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
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It’s gone. HD DVD lost the war, Blu-Ray is the winner. Toshiba has admitted defeat and will discontinue all of its HD DVD products. No more players, no more recorders, no more disc
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Lock bumping - your home isn't safe
I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
How to Save Money on Patio Furniture
Want to enjoy summer outside? Put together a great-looking, comfortable patio and still stay within your budget using these tips.
Best Money Tips: Money-Saving Workout Routines
Today we found some great articles on money saving workout routines, saving on your electric bill, and money tips for new grads.
Best Money Tips: How to Host a Yard Sale
Today we found some awesome articles on hosting a yard sale, shopping smarter for crafts, and frugal health and beauty tips.
Best Money Tips: Eating Right on a Budget
Today we found some awesome articles on eating right on a budget, great gifts for grads, and things not to waste money on this summer.
Best Money Tips: How Car Owners Can Save Money
Today we found some great articles on how car owners can save money, surviving a trip to IKEA, and credit card charges you didn't see coming.
When Frugal is Stupid
I’m a huge fan of “reduce, reuse, and recycle,†when it is both practical and useful. [more]
7 Things You Should Never Do on LinkedIn
LinkedIn can help you find work, make connections, and get ahead — if you use it right. Are you making any of these LinkedIn miscues?
Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Improve Home Security
Today we found free ways to improve your home’s security, seasonal crafts you can make from items in your kitchen and yard, and simple strategies for saving money on food.
What's a Fair Relationship Between Salary and Rent?
A recent study suggests that many workers can't afford a decent place to live. But is truth that we need to change our concept of a good standard of living?
How Do You Take Advantage of the Federal Interest Rate Cut?
The Federal Reserve just cut the interest rate by 0.75% between two official meetings! This is the largest cut since 1982 and it was like an adrenaline shot to the sagging stock ma
So you bought an HD DVD player. Now what?
It’s gone. HD DVD lost the war, Blu-Ray is the winner. Toshiba has admitted defeat and will discontinue all of its HD DVD products. No more players, no more recorders, no more disc
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8 Reasons the Easter Bunny Should Give Money Instead of Candy
While you're letting your kids gorge on candy, consider weaving in these lessons in personal finance.
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Is Companion Airfare Really Worth It?
With the high cost of air travel these days, companion ticket offers may appear to be good deals. But like they say, appearances can be deceiving.
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in March
Does "in like a lion and out like a lamb" apply to shopping? Discover the best and worst things to buy in March.
What’s Your Budget Personality?
What's your budget personality? Find out here!