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25 Easy 5-Ingredient Recipes That Save Time and Money

You don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to put a flavorful meal on the table. Make dinner easy with short grocery lists and basic preparations.

Keep your clothes (and your budget) looking better longer with these quick, easy, and inexpensive repairs.

One spendy holiday down, and three more to come. Plan ahead and you won't be sending money home in doggy bags this Thanksgiving.

As the Champagne pops and the confetti flies, why not make some resolutions you can really keep this year?

Restaurants show you how much your food costs before you order. When it comes to medical expenses, shouldn't it be the same?

Look for a sneak peek at some hot Black Friday Deals? Several stores have already released their discount lists. We’ve got the round-up right here.

Discount airlines promise to get you where you're going on a dime. Are they really such a deal?

The good news is that two-thirds of Americans have saved at least something for retirement. Do any of these explanations sound familiar?

Just because you can start claiming Social Security benefits, doesn't necessarily mean you should. Ask yourself these questions first.

What you say is what really matters, right? The truth is, how you say it is often more important. Avoid these common errors for sharper messages.

Nothing beats homemade cakes and breads, but who has the time? Pre-mix your dry ingredients, store, and bake later in a jiffy.

Need some ideas to make this year's Halloween party unique? Here are 15 themes you can choose from to help make your Halloween party memorable.

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?

Some rules of personal finance are handed down for generations. How many of these "cents-able" money lessons from Grandma and Grandpa are yours, too?

At 94, my grandmother is as independent, effervescent, and opinionated as ever, and she has some good (and surprising) advice about making decisions.

Putting in long hours at work often means a bigger paycheck. But what about when burning the midnight oil ends up costing you money?

I've always liked long summer evenings, so I look forward to springing forward with daylight saving time every year. [more]

When your paycheck is only making ends meet, it takes a toll on your money and your mood. It's time to get proactive.

Money can buy a lot of things, but it can't buy a worry-free life.

If tough finances have made you miss some mortgage payments, it's time to get proactive with your lender — and your budget.