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12 Easy Ways to Manage Your Finances Before, During, and After a Military Deployment

A deployment is tough enough without the financial burden. Keep your money in check to make your service a little less stressful.

Buying a new home? Finding the right lender could save you big.

Know the difference between the things that matter and those that don't, when looking at an open house.

We asked IT pros for some simple tips to take some of the mystery and frustration out of computer problems.

Are you factoring medical costs into your retirement planning? You should be — here's how to avoid a health care shortage in your golden years.

Are you wondering what cutting edge gadgets that every tech professional needs? Here are 8 of our favorites.

Ready for the vacation home plunge? We’ve got your bases covered.

The notorious crypto-currency is notoriously volatile. How much would you have today if you'd invested just $100 in Bitcoins a few years ago?

The littler the kid, the bigger the expenses. Even when money is tight, it pays to shell out for these necessary kidcare products and services.

A low appraisal may cost you a home loan or sale. Check out these tips on getting the appraisal you need.

Sloth, Pride, Gluttony — go for it! It turns out that sinning — in moderation — is probably actually good for you.

Buying and selling a house simultaneously? Review this 14-step checklist — or risk getting shut out.

When an emergency occurs — and you don't have an emergency fund — you may be need to borrow. Skip these terrible loan offers if you can!

One way to boost your savings is to earn a little extra in your spare time. Get your side hustle on via one of these quick job search sites.

For some of us frugality is a choice. For the rest, it's a choice we're given — usually when we're blessed with a couple more mouths to feed.

It's almost time for the latest edition of the government's dietary guidelines, and some of the recommendations may take a bite out of your wallet.

Become a cost-savvy globetrotter with this collection of cheap travel tricks that cut the price of everything from airfare to lunch.

House hunting is easier, faster and more fun thanks to these new tools. Are you taking full advantage of them?

It seems like health "dos" and "don'ts" change daily. How many of these former "dos" are you still doing?

A well-stocked freezer will help you get dinner on fast, entertain unexpected guests, and save money. What's in your freezer?