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Best Money Tips: Money Moves for a Wealthier Year

Today we found money moves that’ll make you richer next year, frugal ways to tackle winter blues, and ways to change your live for the better.

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Mama Mia! Mother's Day Gifts that Show You Really Care

For a holiday that's supposed to celebrate the precious relationship between a mother and her child, there sure is a lot to distract me from that relationship. Over the years, I

25 Ways to Save on a Shoestring

Bootstrap your savings with these tips and strategies from personal finance expert Dr. Barbara O'Neill and find lots more in her book Saving on a Shoestring.

Best Money Tips: How to Start Saving Money

Today we found some stellar articles on how to start saving money, successfully taking in a roommate, and throwing a frugal Fourth of July party.

We Are Our Own Worst Enemy

Today my friend sent me an article titled "We Have Met the Enemy" by Knight Kiplinger, the Editor in Chief of Kiplinger publications. It is a blunt article pointing out that Americ

Divining Your Home’s Value, The Quick-and-Dirty Way

It’s the American Nightmare: your neighbor, in an effort to avoid foreclosure, sells his house for thousands less than he paid two years ago, causing your home to plummet in value.

How to Get Work Experience Without Having a Job

If you want a new job but your resume doesn't have an extensive job history to catch an employer's eye, try these alternative ways to gain work experience.

6 Ways to Create a Great Home Gym For Less

If your New Year’s Resolutions involve exercising a bit more, you’re not alone. While the fitness industry won’t see as big a boom as they are used to this year, there’s still lot

Best Money Tips: Ways to Lower Car Insurance Rates

Today we found some great articles on ways to lower car insurance rates, the best mobile apps for personal finance, and traits common of most millionaires.

7 Ways Pride Is Keeping You Poor

Pride is not your friend. It can mess with your good judgment, and convince you to make terrible financial decisions.

What to Do If You Didn't Save for Your Child's College

The best time to start saving for your child's education was 18 years ago. If you missed out, there are still ways to help them afford college.

12 Habits of Highly Responsible Credit Card Users

While regular credit card use can be harmful, these 12 responsible credit habits can help you build a stronger credit rating and a healthier bottom line.

Flashback Friday: 106 Delicious Lunches That Will Make You Excited to Brown-Bag It

Looking to save money on lunch but are sick of eating PB&Js? These lunches will boost your budget and satisfy your taste buds.

13 Crucial Social Security Terms Everyone Needs to Know

Most Americans depend on Social Security in retirement. That's why it's critical to know these 13 Social Security terms.

9 Great Cities for Job Seekers

Looking for a job? Move to one of these awesome cities that have low unemployment and lots of other great perks.

Best Money Tips: How to Deal With Unexpected Holiday Expenses

Today we found articles on ways to deal with unexpected holiday expenses, a hack for wrapping really large gifts, and tips for reducing your water bill.

My 2016 Budget Challenge: What to Do With a Totaled Car

Things took an unfortunate turn for Max — somewhat literally — on the 110 Freeway. Can she find the silver lining in her totaled set of wheels?

Best Money Tips: How to Simplify Your Life in 2017

Today we found articles on ways to simplify your life in 2017, how to meet your fitness goals without busting your budget, and a warning to online shoppers about a new scam.

How We Are Our Own Saboteurs

The three biggest life decisions we make may be sabotaging our ultimate financial goal. Those three big choices include where to live or settle down, who to marry, and what prof