Articles on Frugal Living

How One Family Lives Well (And Even Owns a Home) on Just $11 an Hour

Limited income, limited life — right? Wrong. Learn how the Luh family is thriving without a huge paycheck — and you can too.

9 Terrible Things Science Says You Do to Your Body Every Day

Our bodies take a beating in ways we don't always realize. Are you guilty of these poor health harbingers?

The 5 Best Detangling Combs

Ouch! If your hair snags or pulls when you go to brush it, you need one of these five best detangling combs.

20 Cheap, Fun Things to Do This Summer

Let the sun shine on savings with these fun and family-friendly summer activities. The best part? They're super cheap!

7 Double Uses for Things in Your Makeup Drawer

Good news, makeup addicts — your favorite products aren't just one-trick ponies! Check out these clever double uses for your everyday beauty items.

4 Psychological Traps Preventing You From Saving — And How to Fix Them

Saving money is hard — and your brain is not making it any easier. Overcome your psychology and start socking away more of what you make.

6 Beauty Rules You Should Be Breaking

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder — the most important one being you! Stop getting hung up on these silly beauty rules.

5 Reasons Science Says It's OK to Eat More Cheese

More cheese, please! Science says this beloved dairy treat is better for you than you think, everywhere from your bones to your brains.

12 Tasty Ways to Cook With Wine

What to do with those couple extra pours in the bottle? Add a boozy twist to your next dish with these killer ways to use wine in the kitchen.

12 New Ways to Use Fresh Herbs in the Kitchen

Don't let your herb garden go to seed. Learn how to use and store your bounty all summer long — and beyond.

10 Things You Should Always Order on Amazon

For these frequent household buys, Amazon's low prices and convenience really shine. Are you still buying these everyday goods at the store?

Best Money Tips: 27 Good Financial Habits for Ultimate Success

Today we found some great articles on good financial habits for ultimate success, what it’s really like to quit your job to travel, and cheap and easy meals for your summer table.

11 Crazy-Good Crock-Pot Pasta Recipes

Take set-it-and-forget-it to the next level of comfort food with delicious "Crock-Pasta." So good. So easy!

5 Ways to Avoid Expensive Phone Charges When Traveling

Data roaming charges can ruin a travel budget, but you still need to be connected. Cut through the tangle of global data with some simple fixes.

The 5 Best Cutting Boards

Stop chopping on your countertop -- it's messy, dangerous, and bad for your knife. Chop on one of these five best boards instead.

Best Money Tips: Summer Fun Freebies at Legoland and More

Today we found some great articles on freebies for summer fun, holidays for every day in June, and laundry tips and tricks you should know.

7 Unexpected Costs That Could Ruin Your Wedding Budget

The biggest day of your life can also be the most expensive. Start your marriage on the right financial foot by minding these runaway costs.

The 5 Best Waterproof Laptop Cases

While these best five water proof cases won't protect your laptop from a prolonged dunking, they will protect it from a good spritzing.

11 Delicious Bacon Recipes That Only Sound Expensive

Spruce up your next meal with America's favorite cured meat. These decadent bacon dishes are delicious and cheap — secret's safe with us!

Best Money Tips: Creative Travel Tips You Haven't Thought Of

Today we found some great articles on creative travel tips you probably haven't thought of, how to host a big party on a small budget, and natural solutions to stay bug-free.