Money

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  • Go Green to Save Green

    May 11, 2009

    For Amie Cross, 28, saving money while saving the planet isn’t just a good idea: It’s a passion. “I’m a stay-at-home mom, and that means part of my job description is saving money whenever I can. To me, it goes hand in hand with being good to the... more »
  • Bring in the Cash

    April 13, 2009

    Sure these are tough times. But there is some good news on the earning front for people who want to pick up extra income: “While companies are cutting full-time employees, there are still tasks to be done -- and a bigger need than ever for part-timers who work... more »
  • The Non-scrimp Savings Plan

    March 16, 2009

    Talk to anyone, walk into any store, log on to any Web site, and you’ll find that “saving money” are the buzz words of the moment. “Women are online comparing notes on cool ways to stretch a dollar,” says Ellie Kay, mother of three and author of Living Rich... more »
  • Finding Deals and Steals in a Down Economy

    February 16, 2009

    Buyers be aware: You can find some real steals these days, especially if you’ve got your shopping game face on. This recession has undoubtedly unleashed America’s inner cheapskate, and whether they’re spending money on cars or manicures, more people are discovering ways to get a better deal on just... more »
  • Money for Something?

    January 12, 2009

    After finishing up a yearlong work project, Maura Rhodes faced the daunting job of cleaning up her home office. “The place was a disaster. And one of the big things that kept me from getting started were several years’ worth of magazines strewn all over the place,” says Rhodes.... more »
  • Sip, Don't Guzzle

    December 15, 2008

    These days, pulling up to the pump can be a painful experience. Still, many of us end up wasting precious gas without even knowing it, according to Geoff Sundstrom, a gasoline expert for AAA. So try these tips to stretch your tank to the max. 1. Find the... more »
  • Storing up for Winter

    November 17, 2008

    Does this sound like you? According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the average family of four is spending about $100 a month more at the grocery store than it did a year ago. Do the math: That’s an additional $1,200 a year for the same amount of peanut... more »
  • The Cleaning Cheat Sheet

    November 10, 2008

    Feel like you never stop cleaning? A 2008 University of Michigan survey found that American women scrub their houses an astonishing average of 17 hours a week, while (no surprise) their spouses spend a lot less time with a sponge. The good news: “Such drudgery is totally unnecessary,” says... more »

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