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Your microwave really can do more than pop popcorn and nuke leftovers. Challenge your appliance with these delicious, easy, and (of course) quick recipes.
When the Obama administration first announced the details of the Making Home Affordable program in March, the guidelines for the refinance portion stated that the loan refinanced c
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To cut back on costs, I stopped reading comic books after high school. Then I realized I could get my comic fix for free, with no superpowers required.
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Why Savings Account Interest Rates Are So Low
Five or six years ago it was easy to find a savings account that paid 4% or 5%. Today, 1% or less is the norm. What happened?
Your Interest Rates Are About to Go Up
Have good credit? A low APR on your credit cards? Always pay your bills on time? That's not going to stop your credit card company from jacking up your rate whenever they feel like
10 Ways to Be the Perfect Customer
Getting good service as a patron is a two-way street. If you expect perfect service, you should try to be the perfect customer.
Save Time, Money, and Hassle by Bundling Your Home Repairs
A long list of home repairs can seem daunting. Bidding them as a bundle makes the job easier for a contractor — and worthy of a discount for you.
Should You Buy Your Leased Car?
Not ready to part ways with your leased ride? You can buy it. But that doesn't always mean you should.
A Simple Guide to Rolling Over All of Your 401Ks and IRAs
Wondering what to do with your 401K or IRA after a job switch? We'll break it down for you.
Does It Make Sense to Stay in a Hotel Anymore?
Hotels aren't the only go-to crash pad for vacations anymore. Does it still make sense to stay in one?
Lose Your Job Without Losing Your Identity
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Saving Money Is Easy If You Set the Right Goals
There's a reason coaches and CEOs look for "goal-oriented" athletes and employees. Goals help us achieve more, whether touchdowns, profits, or savings.
14 Great Dishes You Can Make in the Microwave
Your microwave really can do more than pop popcorn and nuke leftovers. Challenge your appliance with these delicious, easy, and (of course) quick recipes.
It Pays to Be Late: 7 Awesome Things You Can Get Cheaper at the Last Minute
The early bird may get the worm, but in many cases, it's the late shopper who makes off with the deal.
Making Home Affordable expanded again - borrowers allowed to refinance loans up to 125 percent of value
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4 Ways Women Can Avoid Paying the "Pink Tax"
Women are fighting for equal pay, but they also have to deal with unequal pricing for certain products. Here's how to become a smarter shopper to avoid the "pink tax."
The Single Greatest Key to Managing Your Time
Whatever time management and productivity tools and tricks you try, if you don't master this, you won't control your time or your to-do list.
What to Do When You're Sick of Your Side Gig
The extra dollars from a side gig should reduce your stress, not add to it. Here's how to regain your balance.
Here's How Your Taxes Will Change When You Retire
While you plan for all the travel and hobbies you'll do in retirement, you should probably plan for your taxes, too.
The 10 Dirtiest, Germiest, Grossest Things You Live With Everyday
Ten reasons you may never touch anything ever again.
The Easy Way to Save Up a Big Travel Budget
Wondering how to save for your dream trip? These simple tips will get you started saving today!
How One Mediocre Investor Prospered After the Market Crash
A mediocre portfolio held up pretty well through the financial crisis — and has even done pretty great in the aftermath. Learn how.
6 Ways to Read Comic Books for Free (or Almost Free)
To cut back on costs, I stopped reading comic books after high school. Then I realized I could get my comic fix for free, with no superpowers required.