Update Your Dependency Status to Qualify for More Financial Aid
Guest writer Jonna Mastropasqua has ten years experience in Financial Aid administration. She received her in Women's Studies from the University of Arizona in 2006. She has been both a…
Queercents introduces James Roy
James Roy is an electrical engineer by day, music artist by night and now a Queercents contributor in between. His interest in personal finance is a new one - as…
The Pyramid Metaphor for Fiscal Fitness – Part 2
There is one pillar of the financial foundation (if you read part 1, this will make much more sense) that is especially important for non-traditional couples and that is a…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Romantic Dinner for Two
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, many of us are looking for ways to cook up a little romance. Going out to eat on Valentine's Day can be a challenge -…
Kitchen Renovation: 5 Lessons Learned
Nearly there '“ after a week of final plans and last-minute changes, our kitchen is nearly complete! Here is how the week has played out so far: Sunday '“ We…
My Dog Ate My Coupons – or Some Days Being Frugal is Harder Than Others
The grocery store closes at 9 PM. I zip through the red light and into the parking lot. I have a full schedule tomorrow, nothing without blue fuzzies on it…
Experiments in DIY: A Simple Sugar Scrub
While browsing a bookstore a few months back, I discovered an interesting looking book called The Big-Ass Craft Book, filled, not surprisingly, with all sorts of craft ideas. Flipping through…
Be Your Own Trainer – Will Power
Get There There is a large multitude of factors necessary needed in order to be your own personal trainer. During this economic downward spiral, it's best to cut costs where…
Wedding on a Budget: Setting a Budget for Your Big Day
So you've got wedding bells in your future. Let me be the first to congratulate you and offer you and your partner best wishes for a happy future together. Since…
How to buy shares directly from companies and avoid commission fees
Giveaway Alert: We have two copies to give away of The Moneypaper's Guide to Direct Investment Plans (a $27 value). Comment at the end of this post for your chance…