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9 Ways to Lose the Clutter and Keep the Memories

You don't treasure all those knick-knacks — you cherish the memories they conjure. Here's how to clear the clutter and still keep what matters.

Keeping up with the Joneses is not the only sign of creeping lifestyle inflation. How many of these signs of profligacy do you recognize?

Make it to spring unscathed and cheery by winterizing your home, your car, your family, and your soul.

Face it — flying these days is a hassle, especially if you're flying with family. Here's how to decide if you should just drive, instead.

How far is too far when it comes frugal living?

A first date is all about putting your best foot forward. Impress your intended without breaking your budget with these frugal date ideas.

For many the holidays mean more stress and more spending. For those with the entrepreneurial spirit, the holidays mean more cash.

We're well into football season — how's your budget holding up to the blitz of advertising, fantasy football, and afternoons at the sports bar?

You already know how smart and frugal hand-me-downs are. But what about hand-me-ups?

If lack of productivity is causing you stress, kill two birds with one stone with these stress relievers that help you get more done.

Trying to build a nest egg? Resist the urge to purge your pocketbook on every shiny bauble you see and watch your savings grow.

The telephone conversation is it's own realm, one that includes it's own rules and etiquette. How many of these "phone's pas" have you committed?

Scale groaning a little more each time you step on? Lots of bad, little diet and fitness habits add up to big pounds. Think small fixes and lose it!

Having the "right" brands may boost your self-image. But if you want features and function instead of cachet, go for these alternatives to luxe.

Everybody knows about elbows and tables, but what do you do if you're the subject of the toast? Learn that and more before your next fancy dinner.

A first job teaches plenty about getting and keeping a job. A first paycheck teaches us a few things about getting and keeping money, too.

You've tried and tried to control your spending, but still it gets away from you? Make spending something you dislike and watch your savings grow.

These qualities managers say they look for in employees could be the difference between getting a raise and getting a pink slip.

Floaty, foamy pool noodles have a million and one uses. Here are 20 to get you started.

Imitation is the highest form of flattery. And if you imitate the right people, you might start earning more — a lot more.