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5 Signs You Aren't Ready for a Credit Card

You really want a credit card. But are you ready for one? These signs say no.

When NOT to put money in your 401(k)

The twin advantages of tax deferral and a corporate match make the 401(k) the foundation of most people's savings plan. Putting in enough to get the maximum corporate match is

Best Money Tips: Things That Will Cost More for the Holidays

Today we found things that well cost more (or less) for the holidays, clever uses for old tin cans, and ways to save on entertainment.

21 Ways to Make a Big Financial Change

Making big financial change requires vision, commitment, and inspiration. Here are 21 ways to stay the course and meet your goals.

Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 8/23, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes

Topic: Saving on Technology! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!

Best Money Tips: Teaching Kids About Saving Money

Today we found some fantastic articles on teaching kids about saving money, the best job hunting tips of the year, and things you must know about the Roth IRA for 2013.

Best Money Tips: Genius Ways to Use Leftover Fruits and Veggies

Today we found genius ways to use leftover produce, the best stores for Black Friday this year, and simple tricks to cut costs over the holidays.

Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 10/11, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes

Topic: Negotiating! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!

Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 12/13, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes

Topic: Teaching Kids About Money During the Holidays! Join our conversation with Lauren Young for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat and #YoungMoney to participate!

Pursuing Retirement Goals in the New Year: Highlights from Our Chat with AARP and Ad Council

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with AARP and Ad Council on pursuing retirement goals in the new year!

Six Horrible Financial Products You Should Avoid

Dealing with financial products can be very confusing and stressful, but there are some products that you should absolutely stay away from for the sake of your financial health. [more]

Shopping Smart at CVS

Maybe shopping at CVS doesn’t seem that frugal, but — if you play your cards right — there is a guaranteed way to get stuff there for free (or really, really cheap).

Would you end your marriage for $100,000?

How about $200k? Or $500k? Well, I guess it all depends on the state of your marriage, but the bigger question is this: what would you do for money? I ask because I’m getting a lit

Ask the Readers: What’s the Best Gift You’ve Ever Received?

Tell us about the best gift you've ever received and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Laddering for higher, more stable returns

When investing in things that pay an interest rate--things like CDs and bonds--it's tempting to try to get the maximum interest rate, and then to try to lock up that rate for a

Best Money Tips: Make Money Through Spring Cleaning

Today we found some great articles on making money through spring cleaning, who pays for what in a wedding, and things happy people do differently.

Ask the Readers: What Summer Activities Do You Love?

Tell us about the summer activities you love and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Shaw's Market Saves You Money On Gas

Save ten cents per gallon of gas or more at all participating Irving Gas Stations when you buy your groceries at Shaw's.

Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Dine Out?

Tell us how often you dine out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Flashback Friday: The 118 Best Beauty Hacks of All Time

Every woman has a collection of trusted beauty tricks that help her look her best. Put your best face forward with the help of our own favorites.