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Bills Got You Feeling Pinched? Try the Half Payment Budgeting Method
The half payment method helps you avoid the financial pinch of paying your most expensive bills all at once.
Apr 18, 2026
How I Earned $20 an Hour By Getting Naked — Without Getting Arrested
Ever wondered what it takes to become an art model? In this post, I bare all about my experience.
Apr 18, 2026
7 Ways to Negotiate a Better Cable Package
Upgrading your cable package is a lesson in the power of asking for what you want. Few people know that most cable companies have hidden perks and upgrades available to customers who are bold enough to seek them out. With specialty services like Netflix, Hulu and Sling TV dominating the entertainment world, cable companies are feeling the pressure to...
Apr 18, 2026
Looking to Rake in Extra Dough? This App Will Pay You for Shoveling Snow
This *cool* Shoveler app will help you make money shoveling snow this winter.
Apr 18, 2026
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Susan Shain is a freelance writer and digital nomad who's been traveling the world since 2008. She specializes in travel, food and personal finance, and has been published in outlets like The New York Times, CNN, NPR and The Washington Post.
Apr 18, 2026
How to Budget: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
You don’t need to be an accounting expert to learn how to budget. Use these four simple steps to create a budget that actually works for your life.
Apr 18, 2026
Your Money’s New Best Friend: The 70/20/10 Budgeting Method
A good budget doesn’t have to be complicated. The 70/20/10 budgeting method gives your money a job and helps you stay on track. It’s easy to follow, even for those new to budgeting or uncomfortable with managing money. Here’s how this approach works and how it can help you manage better. What The 70/20/10 Budget...
Apr 18, 2026
11 Ways to Cut the Cord and Save on Streaming Subscriptions (79)
Do high cable bills have you ready to cut the cord? Here’s how to watch TV without cable, so you can save money and still watch all your favorite shows.
Apr 18, 2026
21 Smart Ways to Get Paid to Exercise
Whether you’re starting a side business that keeps you active, choosing a physical career or simply earning rewards for your run, there are plenty of ways to get paid to exercise.
Apr 6, 2026
6 Online Shopping Sites That Are Off the Beaten Path
Almost all of us do some shopping online. It’s just so easy: You point and click, then go to your “cart” and pay for your order. Boom, you’re done. If you’re shopping only on Amazon or eBay or Etsy, though, you’re missing out on some really good deals. We scouted out a bunch of obscure...
Apr 18, 2026
‘Warflation’ Will Hit More Than Just Gas Prices
The Iran war is driving “warflation,” raising gas and diesel prices and threatening higher costs for food, shipping, and goods.
Jun 13, 2026
How to Save on Gas: 23 Ways to Beat Prices at the Pump
The cost of getting around town adds up. But there are lots of ways to save money on gas, from scouting the best rewards programs to keeping your tires properly inflated.
Apr 18, 2026