You can improve your financial health by increasing your income, by cutting your expenses or doing a bit of both. This week is all about making the most out of the skills you already have and helping your neighbors do the same.

We live in a material world – that's for sure. But paring down your possessions can help your financial situation in a few important ways. Your handbag collection might actually be worth a little something and selling it could help you cut down your crazy credit card debt. It also might give you more space at home so you can save a few bucks by canceling the lease on your storage locker. And finally, simplifying your stuff and getting organized can give you momentum to do the same in your financial life and break your bad habits.  Here's how to say enough to stuff.