All The Simple Dollar
How to manage magazine clutterMagazines, if not properly maintained, can easily grow into a cluttered nightmare. Here are some tips for managing your subscriptions.
Five easy steps to going paperlessTaking care of bills and other documents online reduces clutter and cuts down opportunities for identity theft.
De-cluttering tip: Pack a 'sell by' boxUnreasonably attached to an item you rarely use? Set a deadline for getting rid of it.
In defense of living cheaplyThe point of making frugal choices is to avoid the stress of money troubles later on.
Top 4 tips for successful yard salesPutting together a yard sale just takes some time and planning. Here are some of the steps you can take to recoup cash from the things you’ve bought and no longer wish to use.
Money-saving tip: Reuse dryer sheetsDryer sheets have at least two uses in them, and you'll get the same result by cutting them in half.
Online selling: How to get the most bang for your buckOnline selling usually works best when you’re selling specific items from which you can get a decent return. But should you use Amazon, eBay or Craigslist?
For long road trips, is it cheaper to rent?It depends on many factors, but a rental car may ultimately cheaper than using your own for a long trip.
Save money with basic sewing skillsA ripped hem or loose button doesn't have to mean a pricey repair. With basic sewing skills, garments are mended in short order, which means they continue to be useful pieces of your wardrobe and save you from the expense of having to buy new ones.
Six tips for a money-smart road tripBeing rigid in planning a route but flexible in schedule and housing are ways to ensure you get the most bang for your buck on the open road.
New clothes won't make you happy...for longNever buy clothes just for the emotional rush of having something new. Instead, focus on emotional boosts that have better long term outcomes.
Should you sell or donate your old clothes?Eventually, you’re going to wind up with items of clothing that you don’t wear. How do you know which to sell and which to donate?
5 tips for negotiating better pricesEveryone wants to get better prices, but people can feel uncomfortable bargaining. The key is to know when price negotiation is appropriate and master a few basic techniques.
When should you buy brand name clothes?Almost every article of clothing you buy has a brand label on it somewhere. Does paying attention make you a "brand snob" or a discerning consumer?
Student loans: the more you can pay at once, the betterStudent loan bills reach six figures for one married couple, who wonder if they should throw as much money at the loan as possible or stick to the payment plan. Student loans are question 6 in this week's mailbag.
Make the most of your outlet store shoppingThrift stores are the cheapest places to buy clothes, but selection can be limited. Next stop: consignment and outlet stores.
How to be a successful thrift store shopperPick the nicest neighborhoods in a metro area and find the nearest Goodwill or other secondhand clothing shop.
Six ways to save money with fresh produceSome helpful tips for getting the most out of your vegetable budget
Student loans are $300,000. Prepay them or save?Student loans are so high, couple wonders whether to pay them off early or save $5,000 a year for retirement. Question on student loans is No. 6 in this reader mailbag.
Laundry tips to save you moneySome of your favorite clothes may require individual washing. Is it worth the additional financial and time costs?
