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How to Furnish Your Home for Less Than the Cost of a Moving Truck

Don't rent that pricey moving truck! Instead, opt for buying inexpensive, high-quality used furniture. This guide tells you how and where to shop.

These 6 Shopping Challenges Will Keep You Stylish Without Breaking Your Budget

If you've been stymied in your efforts to save money on clothes and accessories, make it easier by giving yourself a challenge.

6 Secret Homemade Stain Removers That Kick Butt

Save money with these simple homemade stain removers.

The Right Way to Withdraw Money From Your Retirement Accounts During Retirement

You've spent decades saving for retirement — don't waste your savings on taxes by withdrawing your money foolishly!

How to Talk to Your Teen About Student Loans

Student loans are a big deal, so make sure your teen knows all the facts before college.

Why Behavior Nudges Don't Always Lead to Healthy Habits

Behavior nudges have proven successful in many scenarios, but they aren't perfect. Here's why they may not be the best bet for changing your habits.

16 Everyday Things You Shouldn't Be Paying For

If you're still shelling out for any of these 16 commonly free things, you're throwing your money away.

10 Ways to Revive Your Resolution to Exercise

If you're like most of us, you've lost your New Year's resolve to exercise more. Here are 10 ways to rekindle your motivation and restart your health kick.

If you're so smart, why aren't you rich?

You don't hear it much any more, but for a long time, "If you're so smart, why aren't you rich" was a pretty effective line for the average Joe when dealing w

3 Ways to Enjoy Business Class for Less Than the Cost of Economy

With a little creativity and organization you can start flying in business class for less than the cost of an economy class ticket.

5 Reasons to Travel Off the Beaten Path

Want to travel without the hassle and the expense? Explore the road less traveled for privacy, peace of mind, and cheap fun.

8 Part-Time Jobs That Offer College Benefits

Don't pick just any part-time job when you are in college. Choose one that offers college tuition benefits, too.

20 Unexpected Uses for Tension Rods

Tension rods are great for curtains, but don't stop there. The inexpensive hardware store staple has lots of household uses, from organizing an office to hiding the kids.

10 Great Jobs for People Who Hate the 9-5

If you have no interest in working a typical, 9-5 office job, then consider one of these 10 careers with flexible hours.

Ask the Readers: What Are Your New Year's Traditions?

Tell us about your New Year traditions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

A Million Bucks By 30: A Book Review

This digestible escapade from Alan Corey details his journey from fed-up college grad to self-made millionaire. But is it practical advice for you?

Real Estate Appraisals - Ten things most people just don't understand about them

The homeowner wants to make the sale. The broker wants to make the commission. The lender wants to make the loan. It'd be nice to see all these folks made happy, but first... th

Free Food This Week and a Chance to Give to Make-A-Wish Foundation

Free ice cream, egg rolls, and tiny subs are yours for the taking. This week only, 5 fine eateries are offering you a chance to snag a freebie -- and an opportunity to be charitab

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!

10 Weird Types of Insurance You Didn't Even Know About

Held for ransom? Killed someone via laughter? Lost a valuable body part? There's an insurance coverage policy for that.