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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
For my latest TV appearance, I had to prepare a three course cheapskate menu using ony ingredients costing under $1 a pound and, as an added hook I promised to incorporate creat
Ever worked someplace that had an incentive plan (as in, "Hit these targets and you'll get a bonus")? Here's a little tidbit for you: Incentive plans always go awry.
Going on a date when you have kids can be expensive, but these creative, free babysitting alternatives will have the whole family looking forward to date night.
Wow. I guess pigs may just fly after all. Because, believe it or not, the goverment is actually paying out the economic stimulus checks ahead of schedule. And that means you could
Since 1998, the US Treasury has had a pretty good deal for small savers who were worried about inflation--the Series I Savings Bond. The interest it paid was based on inflation pl
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Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free
Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.
10 Year-End Financial Moves You Must Make Now
The holidays are coming and our already busy lives are about to get busier. Put your financial house in order before the relatives arrive!
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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
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If your water bill is rising, and you can't afford a plumber, roll up your sleeves and find and fix those costly leaks yourself. You can do this!
Need to Sell Your House? Here's How to Let Go
Selling your home is more than just signing on a dotted line. You have to find emotional closure, too.
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Today we found articles on money moves to make on Black Friday, when to replace common household items, and foods that can change your brain.
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Today we found common cold cures that actually work, Southwest hacks for cheap and cheerful flights, and ways to save big on furniture and appliances.
25 Ways to Save $5 This Week
Small changes can make a big difference to your savings account. Jump-start your savings with these 25 easy ways to put away $5.
Chicken GUTS & Author GLORY: Tales From My Cheapskate Book Tour
For my latest TV appearance, I had to prepare a three course cheapskate menu using ony ingredients costing under $1 a pound and, as an added hook I promised to incorporate creat
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Why Cruises Are the Best Option for a Cheap Family Vacation
Looking to book a family getaway that won't break the budget? Search no more and head to the high seas!
How to Decide If a Membership Is Worth the Price
Before you sign up for another monthly payment, make sure that membership is worth it.
Speed Past Car Debt With This Simple Timing Trick
Satisfy your craving for that new car smell and get your household out of vehicle debt by staggering new car purchases every six years.
Incentive plans always go awry
Ever worked someplace that had an incentive plan (as in, "Hit these targets and you'll get a bonus")? Here's a little tidbit for you: Incentive plans always go awry.
Wal-Mart Celebrates Its Own Green Efforts with Free Reusable Shopping Bags
Wal-Mart gets its fair share of negative press. However, a recent article in the new National Geographic’s Green Guide magazine really had me t
6 Totally Free Babysitting Alternatives
Going on a date when you have kids can be expensive, but these creative, free babysitting alternatives will have the whole family looking forward to date night.
Your stimulus check is on its way!
Wow. I guess pigs may just fly after all. Because, believe it or not, the goverment is actually paying out the economic stimulus checks ahead of schedule. And that means you could
8 Ways Valentine's Day Picks Your Pocket
On Valentine's Day, you want to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Just watch out for these common, Cupid-themed money traps.
I Bond rates go to zero
Since 1998, the US Treasury has had a pretty good deal for small savers who were worried about inflation--the Series I Savings Bond. The interest it paid was based on inflation pl
5 Ways the Canadian Dollar Decline Will Impact Your Wallet
The loonie is at its lowest value relative to the dollar in 13 years. How will our northern neighbor’s economy affect our own wallets?