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Should You be Ashamed to be on Public Assistance?

Government assistance such as the Food Stamp Program and cash welfare payments are sticky topics of discussion. What exactly is frugal about us

Tips for Increasing Your Financial Literacy

A recent CNN article titled "Americans are 'financially illiterate'"

The stuff I try never to buy new

I don't like buying new. It's not that I consider myself to be some kind of Scrooge. I just have a hard time paying more for something than I need to, and often we take tha

6 Ways to Manage Powerful Emotions

Heat-of-the-moment emotional responses aren't usually the best. The next time you're tempted to lash out, try these tricks to stay calm and in control.

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Best Money Tips: Secrets to Successful Haggling

Today we found some awesome articles on secrets to successful haggling, tax breaks every mom needs to know about, and making money spring cleaning.

10 of the World's Most Expensive Restaurants

These 10 restaurants have it all — great food, scenic locations, and one shockingly large bill at the end.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Gas?

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5 Surprising Ways Social Media Stars Make Money

Unboxing toys and gadgets and sharing Minecraft tips and tricks nets superstar Instagrammers and YouTubers millions of dollars every year. That's right: millions.

11 Signs the Job Is Too Good to Be True

If a job sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Keep on the lookout for these sure signs of a shady job offer.

Best Money Tips: Packing Light and Avoiding Baggage Fees

Today we found some great articles on packing light and avoiding baggage fees, meaningful wedding gifts, and using Twitter to land a job.

Money to start your business--without banks or saving

Suppose you and your friends all want to start small businesses. You've all got money coming in, you're all in a position to save up some capital, but it would take you a year

Is living on one income a status symbol?

Recently CNN published an article titled "No kids, no jobs for growing number of wives ". This article profiled two women who are stay at home wives with no kids. A quote from the

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Best Money Tips: How to Accelerate Your Wealth

Today we found some fantastic articles on accelerating your wealth, preparing for a layoff, and why creative people need to say "no."

The 5 Best Oil Absorbing Sheets

Keeping your skin fresh and clear isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these oil absorbing sheets and your skin will remain clear while keeping your makeup in place.

10 Reasons Why Veterans Make Great Employees

Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with military veterans and active duty personnel who anticipate, are in the process, or have already transitioned to th

Quick Tip: How to Sell Your Home When Your Neighbors Are Too

Drive down one of the many residential streets in the nation and it is likely you will find one with multiple listings. It may look like a lot of possibilities if you are in the ma

5 Ways to Handle a Forced Early Retirement

When you're forced to exit the workforce early, it can throw a serious wrench in your retirement plans. Here's how to handle it.

6 "Good" Eating Habits That Are Keeping Us Fat

Having a hard time dropping those last five? It may be due to a "truth" you learned long ago and haven't given a second thought...until now.