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Do You Need a Financial Planner?
It doesn't take much — a new home, a new business, a wedding — to complicate once simple finances. It might be time to hire a pro.
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Traveling for work can be exhausting, but smart road warriors know how to turn that down time into quality time.
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Despite shortchanges in earnings, women just may be able to retire with more wealth than men. Here's why.
3 Ways Good Sleep Makes You Wealthier
Being short on a few winks is bad for more than just your health. A bad night's sleep can lead to many harmful money mistakes, too.
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Being Frugal Without Giving Up Your Social Life
Despite what some people think, you don't have to be a hermit to be frugal. Learn how you can have a fun social life AND maintain your budget.
Restaurant Recipes at Home-Cooked Prices
Look for 'clone' recipes to make your favorite restaurant dishes at home.
3 Terrible Things Foreclosure Does to Your Credit
A foreclosure stings, but you can rebuild. Here's what it will do to your credit, and the steps to take to get it back.
12 Green Living Habits That'll Save You Every Month
With just a few small tweaks to your routine, soon you'll be treading lightly and carrying a heavy wallet.
5 Questions to Ask Before You Sell Your Car
Think you're ready to bid a fond farewell to your hoopty? Hang on — make sure you know what you're selling — and what you're buying.
5 Easy Recipes Perfect for the Traveling Chef
All you need is a basic, stocked kitchen and widely available ingredients to prepare these travel-friendly recipes.
Unlimited Cash Rewards for Your Business: Capital One Spark Cash for Business Credit Card Review
You can earn a flat rate of cash back for all your purchases with the Capital One Spark Cash for Business Card.
Inside the Shady World of Cheap iTunes Gift Cards
A casual search on eBay led to auctions selling iTunes gift cards for cheap, but is there a darker side to this? Some would say yes.
17 Cheap Ways to Dress Up Your Garden
Give your outdoor living space a little low-cost love this summer. No trips to the home and garden store required.
Comparing Online Backup Services
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How to Put Your Spouse on a Budget Without Ruining Your Marriage
Get your spouse on the same financial page as you with these easy (and even fun!) budgeting tips.