http://www.bankrate.com/default.aspx Cheapskates unite! Here's advice and how-to information for living below your means. en-us Copyright 2013, Bankrate Inc. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:10:45 GMT webmaster@bankrate.com (webmaster) http://www.bankrate.com/Images/logos/bankratelogo.gif http://www.bankrate.com/default.aspx 118 22 60 Follow these tips to avoid spending all of your hard-earned cash on your trip. Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/saving-money/saving-vacation.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/saving-money/saving-vacation.aspx Changing your habits can save you money on your utility bill. Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-frugalize-your-utilities.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-frugalize-your-utilities.aspx When shopping for products, do you prefer generic or name brands? Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/saving-money/generic-or-name-brand-products.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/saving-money/generic-or-name-brand-products.aspx Bargaining for a better deal can save you money. Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/haggling-for-a-better-deal.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/haggling-for-a-better-deal.aspx Meet a mom whose daily money-saving methods got her national attention. Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/frugal-mom-has-thrifty-tips.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/frugal-mom-has-thrifty-tips.aspx Risk doesn't take a summer vacation. Time to turn up the heat on your insurance coverage? Mon, 27 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/summer-insurance-what-you-ll-need-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/summer-insurance-what-you-ll-need-1.aspx Before you take off, land the best deal on your airfare. Mon, 27 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-when-to-buy-an-airline-ticket.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-when-to-buy-an-airline-ticket.aspx Keep your Social Security number secure. When you're asked for it, try saying "no." Sun, 26 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/smart-spending/tips-protect-your-social-security-number-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/smart-spending/tips-protect-your-social-security-number-1.aspx A supersize restaurant stove seems pleasing, but it's a beast and too much for most homes. Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/commercial-range-in-home.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/commercial-range-in-home.aspx These charts point out the most interesting factors in May's Financial Security Index. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/financial-security-charts-0513.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/financial-security-charts-0513.aspx Bankrate's index set a record by staying in positive territory for three months straight. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/financial-security-poll-0513.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/financial-security-poll-0513.aspx Consumers are still cautious when it comes to their spending habits, despite lower gas prices. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/americans-spending-guarded-but-optimistic.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/americans-spending-guarded-but-optimistic.aspx Have fallen gas prices given Americans a reason to increase their discretionary income? Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/life-money/americans-feelings-financial-security-0513.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/life-money/americans-feelings-financial-security-0513.aspx Not all items at dollar stores are good deals. But here are five finds that can be bargains. Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/5-dollar-store-deals.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/5-dollar-store-deals.aspx Beyond knowing which fork to use, proper behavior can help you gain financial success. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/smart-spending/good-manners-can-bring-financial-success-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/smart-spending/good-manners-can-bring-financial-success-1.aspx