A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
Homemade protein powder? Yep, you can make that and 34 other grocery staples cheaply and easily at home. (And discover the five you should DEFINITELY skip.)
Life is messy, but with the right paper towels on hand, it doesn't have to be. Use any of these paper towels and all those little messes will be easy to handle.
Protecting your computer and other tech gadgets from surges isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these power surge protectors and your devices can weather any storm.
My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
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Don't Get Taken by the Latest Secure Credit Card Scam
A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.
Can cheap AppleCare on eBay be trusted?
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
6 Decorative Plants You Can Eat, Too
Kill two birds with one stone by stocking both your garden and your pantry with these gorgeous edible plants.
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Homemade protein powder? Yep, you can make that and 34 other grocery staples cheaply and easily at home. (And discover the five you should DEFINITELY skip.)
You're Washing Your Clothes Too Often! (What to Do Instead)
You can cut your bills and your eco-footprint by running the washer less often. And with a few simple tricks, your clothes can be just as clean.
Weird Money Facts: 10 Things You Didn't Know About Counterfeit Money
Maybe the strangest fact about counterfeits is that they're real until they aren't. Read on for more true facts about phony money.
23 Frugal Living Resolutions Anyone Can Master
As the Champagne pops and the confetti flies, why not make some resolutions you can really keep this year?
The 5 Best Paper Towels
Life is messy, but with the right paper towels on hand, it doesn't have to be. Use any of these paper towels and all those little messes will be easy to handle.
The 5 Best Power Surge Protectors
Protecting your computer and other tech gadgets from surges isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these power surge protectors and your devices can weather any storm.
The Importance of Friendly Letters
Electronic messages are fast but impersonal. Learn why you should send a friendly letter instead.
4 Ways to Save Money at the Bars
Getting together with friends for drinks is great...until the bill comes. Here are four ways to lessen the cost of a night out at the bar.
5 Things We Learned When Our Car Was Stolen
My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
12 Tricks That Make You Look Skinnier (Without Being Skinnier)
Look your best even when you aren't feeling your best with a few clever shape-shifting tricks.
3 Unbelievable Visualization Board Success Stories
There's a lot of skepticism around the idea of visualization boards, but plenty of people are convinced, such as the three people profiled here.
8 Dumb Little Things Holding You Back From a Healthy Relationship
Relationships are hard. Are you making yours harder with any of these little relationship spoilers?
6 Age Milestones That Impact Your Retirement
You can drive at 16 and vote at 18. Don't forget, though, that important age milestones come later in life, too.
10 Times at Work You're Just Wasting Effort
Maybe the best way to get more done is to start doing less. Are you spinning your wheels all day at work?
7 Surprising Winter Travel Destinations That Won't Break the Bank
Whether you're after a wintry adventure or an escape to the sunshine, these destinations offer plenty of it, at a good price.
How to Wake Up Fast and Attack the Day
Waking up can be difficult when your bed is so darn comfortable. Learn how to happily shake off the sleep so you can have a more productive day.
The 5 Charitable Donations That Do the Most Good
If you've got some money to spare, why not consider a donation? These five charities are proven to put your generosity to the best possible use.