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We're Giving Away $600 for the Holidays!
We've teamed up with several other Personal Finance bloggers to give away $600 in prizes!
9 Unexpected Expenses for Retirees — And How to Manage Them
Lots of things get cheaper as we age, but not everything. Be prepared for these unexpected retirement expenses.
Should You Set Up a Trust for Your Child?
Setting up a trust may be the right move for your family and heirs. You don't have to be a millionaire, either.
From 0 to 18: Frugal Tips for Every Year of Your Child’s Life
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What You Can Buy With $5,000
When you're done fantasizing about what you could spend a cool million on, think about the possibilities of a realistic windfall — like a cool $5K!
20 Most Useful Pet Food Websites
If your pet has a picky palate, you can save on time and money by shopping at these online pet food vendors.
Best Money Tips: Stupid Things We Do When We're Poor
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Starting Your Dream Business Is Easier Than You Think — Here's How
Do you dream of starting a business? Stop waiting for the right time, the right plan, or the right partner, and just get started!
How to Find Freelance Clients: Part Three
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10 Things You Probably Didn't Know You Could Buy at Costco
Paper goods, giant bags of peanuts, a year's supply of toothpaste… yeah, Costco sells that. Costco also sells 401(k) plans and caskets. Wait. What?
$80 for an HDMI Cable? Give Me a Break!
"You should never pay more than $10 for a standard six-foot HDMI cable" -CNET
6 Things You Can Do to Help an Unemployed Friend Find a Job
It can be hard to watch a friend struggle through a job search. Show them you care (and help them along the way) with these suggestions.
8 Frugal Living Skills I Wish My Parents Would Have Taught Me
Odds are, your parents may have fallen short teaching you how to live large for less. We all wish we heard these money lessons growing up.
6 Things to Keep You Sane on a Plane
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10 Little-Known Secrets to Saving Money on Your Next Cruise
These little-known cruising hacks will make saving money smooth sailing.
Line Drying Your Laundry: Frugal or Foolish?
Line drying isn't always the best way to dry your clothes. Discover when you should let the machine do it, and when it's appropriate to let it all hang out.
6 Things You Might Miss in Your Credit Card's Fine Print
Did you read the fine print before you signed up for that credit card? You should have: What you don't know might hurt you.