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Rent-to-own may sound convenient, but buyer beware: The amount you'll overpay is rarely, if ever, worth it.
The 10 Commandments of Credit Card Use
Follow these 10 rules of responsible credit card use and reap the rewards of low interest, smaller monthly bills, and more money in your savings.
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Looking for adventure overseas but don't know how to afford it? These five places welcome expats, and you may even fly home with more in savings.
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Need some extra cash? A bike is all you need to get a killer side job.
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CitiMortgage Told Me to Default on My Loan
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This Is the Secret to Buying Electronics for Cheap
New gadgets are great — except for the price. But if you don't mind doing some homework, you can get recent-vintage gear at a great discount.
7 Ways You Can Save Money On Prescription Medications
A much-needed Rx can cost hundreds, even thousands of dollars. These programs can help you save.
The Second-Best Way to Make your Household More Secure
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6 Grocery Purchases That Will Be Cheaper in 2017
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A Simple Plan for Saving Up a $2000 Fun Fund
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$20 in Los Angeles: The 16 Best Ways to Spend It
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8 Ways to Save on Dinner — No Meal Planning Required
Tired of spending hours mapping out your meals? Good news: You can make healthy, affordable meals on the fly, too.