How to get that HGTV decorating look you love for a fraction of the cost
Homes & Real Estate
March 13, 2017
Do you watch the HGTV channel and lament that you'll never be able to afford the luxurious home accents featured…
Doctor’s appointments: How to get the most bang for your buck
Health
February 16, 2017
Going toa doctor's appointment can be a frustrating experience. Endless waits in both the waiting and the exam rooms, and…
Why did a gorilla-shaped Cheeto just sell on eBay for $99,900??
Money & Credit
February 9, 2017
You may not be awarethata gorilla-shapedFlaming Hot Cheetojustsold on eBay for $99,900. Yes, you read that right, $100 shy of…
What happened when we put ‘Fix That Thing’ Sugru to the test
Life
February 7, 2017
I'm huge fan of fixing my stuff instead of replacing it. This mindset saves me a ton of money, but…
Want to brag about your Harvard Education? Now you can for free!
Education
February 1, 2017
If you missed out on attending an Ivy League university due to your less than stellar grade point average, then…
Labor nurses tell you what to pack (and not pack) for the hospital
Life
January 24, 2017
If you're at the end of your first pregnancy,you're likely overwhelmed with advice onwhat to pack forthehospital. Make the mistake…
Why you should consider making January a ‘no buy’ month
Money & Credit
January 3, 2017
January 1st isan opportunity for a clean slate, and for most people that means the traditional New Year's resolution toeat…
Think you can’t make a living from garbage picking? This Montreal man does!
Life
November 21, 2016
If you were the type of child who daydreamed about hunting for buried treasure, you're not alone. Many of us…
10 ways to practice extreme frugality
Money & Credit
October 7, 2016
If you're a Clark Howard follower, you're probably already employing his advice to comparison shop, cook from scratch and scour…
7 most common financial regrets
Money & Credit
September 8, 2016
Unless you're a fictional character, you're likely to have a few financial regrets in your life. Hopefully they can be…
8 work perks that can turn a bad job into a good one
Jobs
August 26, 2016
Unless you're self employed, you likely have a few work perks that sweeten your compensation package. For most people it's…
7 home decor projects for under $20 each
Homes & Real Estate
August 12, 2016
Do you crave a Pinterest-worthy home, yet lack the budget to fill your cart at Michael's or Home Depot? Worry…
The #1 thing you can do to save money when you have kids
Money & Credit
August 11, 2016
Unless you live off grid without the influence of media, your children are likely to have favorite characters that steer…
How to save money by embracing old technology
Money & Credit
August 5, 2016
If you wanted to research how to save money on your electronics, you'd likely be pointed in the direction of…
The best bargains at Dollar Tree
Deals & Savings
July 22, 2016
If you have a Dollar Tree store in your area, you likely already know that it's as a great cheap…
9 times when going cheap costs you money
July 12, 2016
If you're a fan of Clark Howard, you're likely to also be a fan of the the cheap deal. However,…
7 unnecessary baby products
Money & Credit
June 24, 2016
Although my college-age sons are long past the baby stage of their lives, I'm continuously aware of baby trends through…
5 great souvenir ideas for your summer travels
Travel
June 17, 2016
Souvenirs are an interesting purchase category. They function to demonstrate that you traveled to a certain area, as well as…
How to optimize tax deductions when you donate stuff
Money & Credit
June 10, 2016
Spring and summer are the seasons for renewal, which for many of us means getting our homes in tip top…
How to squeeze every single last drop from household products
Life
June 10, 2016
Do you get frustrated by household goods that don't last as long as they should? Well then, you're in luck…
5 TV shows and films that have important money lessons
Money & Credit
May 27, 2016
TV gets a bad rap for setting unrealistic expectations for lifestyle and spending, and for the most part it's well…
29 awesome DIY YouTube videos you have to see
Life
May 27, 2016
Remember the days before Internet? You know, when your main resource to research how to do anything was at best…
19 things you didn’t know you could wash in the dishwasher
Homes & Real Estate
May 25, 2016
You might think of your dishwasher as a device for washing, well . . . dishes, but your dishwasher is…
Budgeting basics: What you need to know to get started
Money & Credit
May 13, 2016
To most people, the word 'budget' is a negative word. A barrier against the enjoyable things in life. Ask a…
1964’s ‘A guide to budgeting for the young couple’ is still relevant today!
Money & Credit
May 13, 2016
My sister is an illustrator and collects vintage graphics, so when I spied her 1964 U.S. Department of Agriculture pamphlet…
How to Use eBay to Create Extra Cash in Your Life
Show Notes
April 29, 2016
Lifehacker recently published an article advising readers that 'Before you throw something out, check if you can sell it.' 'Today…