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7 Countries Where You Don't Have to Tip at Restaurants

Maybe you hate tipping or maybe you just don't like doing math. Either way, in these popular travel destinations, the gratuity is already covered.

You Can Too: 7 Amazing Things People Have Accomplished in Under a Year

You're capable of more than you think. Don't believe it? Just read what people like you have accomplished in less than a year.

How to Master These 10 Shopping Skills Before You Hit 30

Before you reach the big 3-0, make sure you have these shopping skills down.

25 Things to Do With Used Corks (Including Making Money With Them)

So you've popped open a bottle of wine...now, what do you do with the wine cork? You have a surprising number of options.

6 Ways to Apartment Hunt on Craigslist Without Getting Scammed

Craigslist is a leading apartment rental marketplace, with plenty of listings — and scammers. Protect yourself by recognizing the warning signs.

12 Natural Remedies for Stomach Pain

Put away the Pepto-Bismol and Alka-Seltzer. From indigestion to constipation, here are 12 natural remedies to help ease stomach pains.

The mystery shopping scam that could cost you a fortune.

For many years now, thousands of folks have been earning a little extra cash by doing Mystery Shopping (aka Secret Shopping). [more]

You Can't Make It as a One-Car Family: Now What?

Being a one-car family is great for trimming the budget, but let's be real — it's not always easy. Here's how to afford that second set of wheels.

What's the big deal about banks refusing to lend?

Anybody--but especially frugal people--can be excused for thinking that the whole credit crisis thing is being overblown. After all, we get along without debt. In fact, we str

The 5 Best Solar-Powered Outdoor Security Lights

Instead of using electricity to light your property, use the sun instead. Just get any of these solar-powered outdoor security lights and you'll feel safer while saving the planet.

25 Ways to Use Frozen Mixed Vegetables

You could just toss that bag of frozen mixed veggies into the microwave and steam as a healthy side. But why when you can use that same chilly bag all these hot and delicious ways?

No Money for a Week? Here’s What to Do.

Don't have a nickle to your name? Time to buckle down for a week and weather the storm. Here's how to survive it — and make sure it doesn't happen again.

How to Take Advantage of Free Extended Warranty From Your Credit Card Issuer

Save big bucks by taking advantage of free extended warranty offered by credit card companies.

How to Get a Groupon Refund When a Company Closes

I had a Groupon for a company that just went out of business. Yikes! Here's how I got my money back.

5 Websites for Swapping Your Clothes and Refreshing Your Wardrobe

Clothing swaps parties have become popular in recent years as frugal and fashion conscious men and women find that trading clothes is a great way to update a wardrobe for next to n

The 5 Best Cloth Napkins

Cleaning up food messes isn't always easy, but it can be. Use any of these cloth napkins and you'll be able to keep the kitchen clean.

The 5 Best Facial Cleansing Wipes

Keeping your skin clear when you regularly wear makeup isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these facial cleansing wipes and your face will always look fab.

50 Ways to Walk More

There's an easy way to lose 10 pounds and 2 inches off your waist — walking 10,000 steps a day. Here are 50 great ways to get those steps in.

Why Southwest Airlines Is the Best Domestic Airline for Families

Traveling with your kids? Choose the airline that provides the best perks for families.

10 Ways to Reuse Common Household Items

From egg cartons to shower curtains to old socks and more, learn dozens of ways to reuse commonly discarded household items.