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I’m a passionate reader, and independent bookstores attract me like a bee to a flower. If I happen to see one, I’m sorely tempted to stop in, wander around, check out the staff recommendations and often walk out the door with two or three books under my arm. Here’s the problem: Between the many books

Shopping at a thrift store for something you’re specifically looking for is a great frugal strategy. It’s a way to save quite a bit of money on things like clothing, small kitchen appliances, dishes, furniture, hobby items, and other odds and ends. One of the best ways to turn frugality into even more of a

It’s not a secret that the cost of college is incredibly high. U.S. News and World Report slices up the cost of college in several ways, pointing out that in-state tuition and fees alone average more than $11,000 per year for a four-year public university. Much of that is financed through student loans. On top

The most fundamental principle of personal finance is to spend less than you earn and do something worthwhile with the difference. This often nudges people toward spending less in every situation, but is that really the right move? There are many situations where spending a little more in the short term results in much less

With the average American household cable bill hovering above $200 a month and the abundance of streaming alternatives to cable, many people are making the choice to cut out cable and satellite service and switch to solely over-the-air and streaming services. The best part is that you don’t have to lose your favorite shows. With