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5 Times a Gym Membership Isn't Worth It

Exercise is one key to frugal living — but that gym membership may be a waste of dough. Go ahead, ditch the gym and commit to truly frugal fitness.

A livable wage is a hot-button issue most can agree on. These six American cities are leading the way to sustainable minimum wages.

Working with kids requires a big heart and a lot of patience. But it doesn't necessarily require a small paycheck.

Heading toward divorce with a huge stash of points and miles? Yep, those are negotiable, too.

Ready to lose your car lease? You have a few options.

Life insurance for kids isn't just a sales gimmick. Here's what to consider before taking out a policy.

Planning a trip around the world? Use this step-by-step guide to help you in the planning process.

If you've ever felt daunted by the complexity — and risk — of investing real money, try it for pretend first. It's fun, too!

You might be entitled to some of the $42 billion in unclaimed property the government is holding. Find and reclaim your loot with these online tools.

Whether you're new to investing or an experienced trader, these sites will keep you up-to-date, wherever there's Internet.

The catch-22 for teens ready to build their credit history… is not having any credit history. But does that mean you should cosign their credit card?

Debt management may not be fun, but that doesn't mean you should be embarrassed to ask these five basic questions.

For parents interested in setting aside money towards college expenses for their children, a Section 529 account is one of the best ways to do so.

Credit card debt can be rough enough on its own. It's the minimum payments, though, that will really hurt you.

Can you could use some cash for your old broken cell phones, laptops, or ink cartridges? These companies actually pay you to recycle.

A lot of people find themselves wondering if phones like the iPhone are worth the money. Here are 6 reasons why they are.

Stop paying someone else to do things you can do. You're more than capable of learning these 10 skills, and you'll save hundreds per year.

Did your pricey purchase break just months after your warranty expired? Your credit card has you covered.

Does public speaking break you out in cold sweats? You can master this formidable phobia.

Chances are, your parents didn't pass down these sage pearls of credit card wisdom. It's never too late to learn new credit card tricks.