Articles by April Dykman

April Dykman is a writer for GetRichSlowly.org, which has been named “Most Inspiring Money Blog” by Money Magazine. Her articles also have appeared on FOX Business, the Good Life and other publications. April holds a degree in journalism from University of Texas at Austin and writes about saving money, eliminating debt, setting goals, and the psychology of personal finance.

Smooth, silky legs the eco-friendly way

By April Dykman on Feb 4, 2011
Many of us are trying to make changes in our daily lives that are better for the environment. You might recycle religiously or drink...
How to put your closet on a diet

By April Dykman on Feb 2, 2011
If you're like most people, you have a handful of favorites in your wardrobe. These are items that are constantly in the wash or at...
How to easily erase late fees

By April Dykman on Jun 13, 2010
Late fees are a lot like speeding tickets: Even if you usually obey the rules, you'll probably get slapped with one sooner or later....
6 Steps to a chic wardrobe

By April Dykman on May 24, 2010
The French woman is something special. Generalization or not, most of us have a notion of la femme française as effortlessly chic,...
How to save money on yoga classes

By April Dykman on May 13, 2010
Sting and Madonna do it. Doctors recommend it. With celebrity endorsements, the promise of "yoga butt," and $850 Gucci mats, it's...
Do you need the gym to stay fit?

By April Dykman on Apr 20, 2010
Did your New Year's resolutions include joining a gym this year? As with most resolutions we’re sure you had the best intentions......
Coconut oil: 12 Inexpensive beauty products to make at home

By April Dykman on Feb 1, 2011
Skin care products can bust anyone's budget. Moisturizer, eye cream, lip balm, body butter, scrubs, hair products -- even drugstore...