The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
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Debt can make or break you. Which one depends on how you handle it and the reasons behind the need for the money. Make the right choice and you can achieve even the impossible.
You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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The 5 Best Smartwatches
Keep track of your calls, texts, and email right on your wrist! These five futuristic smartwatches can do much more than just tell the time.
The Ethics of Free: Is it Wrong to Get Free Stuff?
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
10 Ways to Get the Most Out of a Home Warranty
Hot water heater on the fritz? Your home warranty can help with that...if you follow a few simple guidelines.
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Going Into Debt Can Be Awesome
Debt can make or break you. Which one depends on how you handle it and the reasons behind the need for the money. Make the right choice and you can achieve even the impossible.
Financial Independence Is More Than Just a Number
You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
Is an All-Cash Diet Right for You?
Budget in the red again? Quell your craving to overspend with plastic with an all-cash diet instead.
Best Money Tips: Be More Effective Using Best-By Dates
Today, we give you a workplace use for "best-by" dates, tips to do more with less work, advice on public speaking, and ideas for a green Halloween!
The 10 Offensive Phrases No One Is Telling You About
A lot of the stock phrases we use have much darker meanings than we probably intend. Be careful what you say!
Read "AgeProof: Living Longer Without Running Out of Money or Breaking a Hip" to Live Your Best Life
Health and wealth are the two things we all want most. This book shows you how to painlessly and seamlessly attain them.
Canned vs. Dried Beans: Which Are Cheaper?
Should you buy dried beans or canned? Discover which kind costs 50% less.
5 Frugal Rules You Must Follow When Shopping at Costco
Everything is cheaper at Costco, right? Maybe not. Follow these tips to ensure that you don't waste money at the wholesale store.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Score Your Dream Home With the Perfect Offer Letter
In a hot housing market, you want every trick up your sleeve to score your dream home. A heartfelt letter to the seller may be the key.
5 Pretty Projects for Pine Cones
If you have an excess of pine cones (or can get some), we have five festive decorating projects you can do on a dime.
4 Times It's Worth It to Pay the Pink Tax
The pink tax is real, but that doesn't mean it's all marketing hype.
10 Ways You're Wasting Time Without Realizing It
Where has the day gone? Maybe you've wasted it on one or more of these little time sinks.
Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say
Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!
12 Ideas for Cheap, Festive, Fall Decor
Fall has… fallen again... and that means festive decor. Make your home fit for the season with these fun, frugal fall projects.