"Nothing Will Save as Much Money As Simply Not Buying Anything"

However, there’s one tip that rules over all of them: Don’t buy stuff. Of course there are some things you absolutely have to buy. You have to eat food. You have to pay for a place to live. Outside of that, most things are negotiable. And even those things can be reduced. But that’s never stopped me before. So why am I stopping now? Truth is, I love clothes. Can’t help it....

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 126 words · Kelly Simpson

Add "Find and Replace" Functionality to Your Browser

Both extensions work just like they do in a word processor. Search and Replace| Chrome Web Store viaWonderHowTo Find and Replace| Firefox Add-Ons viaWonderHowTo

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 24 words · Faith Carpenter

Ask an Expert: All About Managing Your Medical Bills

Medical bills are no laughing matter. Even if you have good insurance, what if all your health care needs aren’t covered? And if you don’t have insurance, what are your options? Here to help areAndrew FitchandNapala PratinifromNerdWallet. Have a question about managing your medical bills? Andrew and Napala will be here for the next hour, so ask away! The Q&A is now over. Thank you for your questions! Have an expert you’d like to see participate?...

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 80 words · Kenneth Lee

Choose the Right Finish for Wood Furniture

There are a dozen different ways you might finish (or refinish) wood furniture. Knowing more about the different finishes available can help determine what will work best for your project. Fine Woodworking has a great guide to the different finishes you could use. Finishes come in several different categories including oils, shellacks, varnishes, waxes, and water-based finishes. Selecting a Finish| Fine Woodworking

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 62 words · Jamie Petersen

Consider Religious & Cultural Holidays When Planning Winter Travel

Religious or cultural holidays may cause sights and other things to be closed when you travel. Keep this in mind when choosing where to go for winter trips. you could apply this thinking to any destination or time of year. Check out other travel tips for this time of year in the full post, linked below. 5 Things Smart Travelers Should Be Doing in August| Conde Nast Traveler Image fromrottnapples.

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 70 words · Zachary Huber

Create Your Own Google Calendar Door Sign

Forey’s build shows your current schedule on a small LCD screen using aSpark Core. This way, someone can just walk up to his door and see exactly where he’s at. This is probably most useful in a household, but it could be handy in other places as well. Google Calendar Door Sign| Newfangled Me

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 54 words · Tara Wells

Cross-Platform Smart Watch, Wireless Audio, Raspberry Pi Kit [Deals]

[HP Chromebox, $139] There’s a wireless audio deal for everyone today. I got mine on Sunday, and it’s awesome. If your cookware has seen better days, thisRachael Ray 10-piece nonstick setis only $100, today only. Whether you like Rachael Ray or not, it’s tough to argue with a 4.5 star review average. Whether you’re buying one or both though, I’d do it sooner rather than later. [G602] Cosmosis great, and has inspired more than fewgreat posts on io9....

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 88 words · Teresa Curry

Disconnect the Center Channel to Silence Sports Commentators

If you’re watching on a TV with surround sound, you’re able to get your wish. Just disconnect (or turn down) the center channel. Just be sure to reconnect the channel when you’re done. LPT: Disconnect your center channel speaker to mute the commentary when watching a football game.| Reddit Photo byH.

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 51 words · Valerie Johnson

Embrace Your Rookie Status and Focus On Innovating

Being the rookie is difficult, but it’s not always bad thing. Susan Gregg Koger says rookie status forced her to be innovative, resulting in her $100 million company. Embrace doing your new job from a rookie perspective by thinking independently. you could learn a lot more about Koger, her story, and her in the video above. Susan Gregg Koger: Being a Rookie Is an Asset| 99u

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 66 words · Angel Crane

Find the Solution to Any Stain with This Searchable Database

Nobody likes a big ugly stain on their carpet or clothing. This searchable database has stain solutions for everything from automotive oil to mustard. The database comes from the University of Illinois and covers carpets, upholstery, and washable fabrics. Bookmark the database at the link below and always be prepared for any stain. Stain Solutions| University of Illinois

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 58 words · Jennifer Kelley

Form Better Habits by Making Them More Convenient

Managing our habits is one of the trickiest things to do. Gretchen Rubin uses the Strategy of Convenience to make it easier to stick to new habits. For example: fast food is convenient, and going to the gym is a pain. You should identify the source of weakness for the habit you’re having trouble with. If you hate grocery shopping,get groceries deliveredor otherwise eliminate the inconvenience. Similarly, try and make your bad habits more difficult....

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 85 words · Rebecca Williams

Google Now Adds Flight Price Tracking for Google Flight Users

If you use Google Flights and Google Now, you might see a card pop up letting you know a price has dropped on a flight you’ve been eyeing. Google has started rolling out a handy new card that tracks price drops in flights, presumably for flights that were considered but not booked. The card keeps it simple, showing the flight number, the new price and how much it’s dropped, and itinerary....

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 138 words · Carmen Barker

How to Choose a Reliable Emergency Radio (and Some Good Ones to Buy)

Here’s what to look for, and some good options for your emergency kit. One essential item in any emergency kit is an emergency radio. In any case, see to it your radio is branded with one or both of these. If nothing else, ensure your model can be charged by hand-crank. Choose Your Optional Features: Finally, look for additional features that you may want in an emergency radio. Consider your individual needs and pick the added features that are best for you and your disaster kit....

September 29, 2014 · 1 min · 125 words · Mark Diaz