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It’s never a good sign when your car starts making a funny noise or an ominous dashboard light comes on. And we all know how the mileage can creep up on you until you suddenly realize that you should’ve had the oil changed weeks ago. But when these things happen to you, you don’t have […]

Many people make New Year’s resolutions about money, deciding that this will be the year they save money or pay off debt. But why wait until January to start saving money? There’s no particular magic about starting at the first of the year that’s likely to make you a more successful saver. What is likely […]

Online shopping is a game-changer. When you realize you have a big presentation at work Friday, nothing to wear, and no time to shop, you can solve the problem with just a little bit of time on your computer: Soon, the perfect outfit will be on the way, to be delivered to your house by […]

Here’s a familiar conundrum: You want to go out to eat, but you also want to be fiscally responsible. You know the best-known tricks to save money when eating out, like going out to lunch instead of dinner, splitting entrees, skipping the appetizers and desserts, and drinking water. But there’s another hack you might not […]

Doesn’t everyone love a good beach vacation? Splashing in the surf, building sandcastles, maybe getting in a little pool time, eating dinner overlooking the water, and enjoying classic boardwalk rides are quintessential summer beach vacation activities. Sadly, many beach destinations are expensive. So, so expensive! How does a frugal family enjoy an ideal beach vacation? […]

So you’ve done it! You’ve cut the cord and canceled cable. According to USA Today, you can expect to save around $60/month. That’s money you can save for a vacation or fund whatever adventures make you happiest. And not to worry, you haven’t condemned yourself to a life without great television and cozy movie nights. […]

Whether you own or lease the vehicle that you drive, it’s your responsibility to not only operate it safely but to also maintain it properly. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the importance of this. In fact, if you’re like many other busy individuals, it’s often too easy to procrastinate, forget, or simply skip out on routine […]

Newlywed couples receive all sorts of gifts. From china to cookware, bedding, towels, silver, serving pieces, and appliances, just about any item you can find in a well-stocked home section of a department store has probably been given as a wedding gift. What’s rarely received is advice on how to begin your marriage on a […]

Money makes the world go around, or so the old saying goes. Everything in the world revolves around the exchanging of money for goods and services, and it is important to develop a healthy relationship with money as early as possible. Simple activities such as counting money or identifying different denominations of money can help […]

Homeownership is a significant goal for many Americans. One recent survey stated that 84% of Americans see homeownership as an excellent financial investment. Additionally, there’s a lot of messaging in our society that says that you aren’t an adult until you purchase your first home. After all, buying a home shows you’ve achieved a certain amount of […]