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The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Working From Home
Working from home is not all pajamas and afternoon naps. If you want to keep your job, you actually have to work, too.
10 Money Moves to Make After a Promotion
Congrats on the promotion! After your celebratory happy dance, it's time to get busy promoting your finances, too.
The 8 Best Cooking Apps to Make Mealtimes Manageable
Your smartphone may not slice and dice, but with these apps it can bring you recipes, meal plans, ingredient substitutions, and plenty more.
Ask the Readers: What Good Money Decisions Have You Made Recently?
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Budgets tend to focus on needs--food, shelter, heat, light, transportation, and (of course) taxes. They also provide for wants, but generally the smaller, shorter-term wants--cabl
3 Cheap and Easy Formulas for Homemade Windshield De-Icer (Plus Bonus Tips)
It’s that dreaded time of year. Each trip to town requires a 10-minute pre-start on my car, and the hated task of scraping my windshield. There are several options to help you wi
12 Legit Ways for Stay-at-Home Moms and Dads to Earn Some Extra Cash
Stay-at-home parents are busy, but if you can find a few hours a day, you can earn extra cash. Personal Finance expert Bob Lotich suggests some opportunities.
8 Signs Your Retirement Is on Track
You've been pumping money into your retirement accounts, but how do you know if you're on the right track? If these signs ring true, you're doing just fine.
9 Reasons Alone Time Is Good For Your Soul
Need an excuse for more alone time? Here are nine reasons it's good for you.
A Beginner's Guide to Earning Miles and Points for Free Travel
Memorable family vacations are common adventures for savvy travel rewards card users. Begin a trip far away by starting with these basics.
These At-Home Exercises Will Give You a Gym-Quality Workout for Free
If the gym membership was a casualty of your war on spending, you don't have to suffer flabby abs. Get fit at home with these great routines.
Watch All The Documentary Movies You Can Handle, Free Online - And Yes, It's Legal.
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25 Cheap and Easy Fixes That Make Your House Look Amazing
Whether you're getting your home ready for sale or just getting it ship-shape, these 25 projects are easy, affordable, and rewarding!
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Going Off the Grid Is a Lot Harder Than You Think
You may hear folks long for the simpler days of living "off-grid." But it wasn't necessarily that much simpler after all.
Laser vs. Inkjet: Choosing the Wrong Printer Could Cost You
Can't decide between a laser or inkjet printer? Follow this guide and do the math.
Mental Tricks That Will Help You Hate Winter Less
With the endless falling of snow, winter can be a miserable time. Hate it a little less by adding these clever mental tricks to your arsenal.
10 Breakfast Foods to Help You Ace Your Job Interview
Before you head out for that job interview, make sure you've had a delicious, balanced breakfast.
Are Timeshares Ever Worth the Investment?
Timeshares are as popular as ever. Before shelling out a huge chunk of change for a "home away from home," consider these pros and cons.
4 Things You Need to Know About Deferring Student Loans
Hitting pause on student loan payments can be a complicated process. You'll need this knowledge under your belt before applying for deferment.