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So You Caught a World Series Home Run — What's It Worth?

Cubs and Indians sluggers will belt more than a few into the stands during the World Series. For the lucky fans who grab one, what's the ROI?

To Buy or Not to Buy? Criteria for Thrift-Store Clothes Shopping

Do you enjoy thrift-store shopping? Here are tips for what to buy, and what NOT to.

Everything You Need to Know About Unemployment Insurance

Unemployment remains high, even years after the Great Recession. If the worst happens with your job, here's how to get help.

4 Ways Couples Are Shortchanging Their Retirement Savings

You and your spouse are in it together for all things, including retirement savings. Make sure you're saving enough for both of you.

Best Money Tips: How to Host a Thanksgiving Dinner on the Cheap

Today we found articles on tactics for an inexpensive Thanksgiving meal, ways to make hundreds at your next yard sale, and online sources for the best Black Friday deals.

Skills That Can Save You Money Part 1: Parallel Parking

See why something as basic (well, to some) as parallel parking can be a ticket to big savings.

21 Things You'll Regret Every Time

Want to look back and say you lived with no regrets? Then make sure you're not making any of the decisions on this list!

20 Cheap and Easy DIY Kitchen Improvements

Does your kitchen need help? These DIY improvements are frugal, foolproof, and we have to admit — just plain fun!

18 DIY Christmas Ornaments That Are Better Than Store Bought

The best Christmas ornament doesn't come from a store. A DIY ornament, perhaps, means a little bit more.

12 Straightforward Ways to Say "No"

Are you pressed for time right now? Don't make the mistake of thinking you'll have more time in the future. Learn to say "no."

25 Incredible Places You Must Visit Before You Die

No international must-visit list can be truly complete, but these 25 places are a good start. How many have you been to?

12 Surprising Ways to Reuse Aluminum Foil

Why throw aluminum foil away when you can use them to sharpen scissors, reduce static cling, and protect your plants! 

What You Need to Start Flipping Items for Cash Online

You don't need a lot to start flipping stuff for cash — some of it you may already have!

Exchange Traded Funds: The Low-Fee Investment Option You Don't Know About

Wait! Exchange Traded Funds are lot more exciting and interesting than you might think. Read on to find out why!

Flashback Friday: 23 Mental Tricks That'll Help You Save Money

The only thing between you and saving more money could be your mind.

This One Thing Will Get You to $1 Million (Tax-Free!)

Saving a big hunk of money for retirement — up to a cool million — is not complicated or hard. All you have to do is this one thing, every month.

Where to Take Your Batteries, CFL Bulbs, and Other Hard-to-Recycle Stuff

Have a junk drawer filled with loose batteries? We all do. Here's how to get rid of those — and a lot else — the right way.

Wages Are Rising — Here’s How to Get Your Cut

Believe it or not, wages are finally beginning to rise. Make sure your boat is rising with the tide by making some critical career moves.

6 Painless Ways to Split the Check

Whether you split the bill evenly or item by item, easily find out who owes how much — saving you a headache and your server some hassle.

10 Packed Lunch Ideas You'll Want to Steal From Your Kids

Getting everybody's lunch ready weekday mornings can be a real chore. Save time and money with these lunches enjoyed by kids and parents alike.