You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
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Financial Independence Is More Than Just a Number
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The Fiduciary Rule Is Under Review — How Will This Affect Your Investments?
The Trump administration is holding the fiduciary rule in limbo. How could this affect you and your retirement?
Cleaning Out for a Cause: Make a Noncash Tax-Deductible Donation
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How to Make Artisanal Bread on a Budget
Stop paying for those overpriced loaves when you can make delicious ones at home. It's great with soup!
Micro-Prepping: How to Prepare for Small Disasters
Are you prepared for even a small disaster? Micro-prepping will get you there.
23 Cheap Summer Date Ideas
Romantic dates in the summertime don't have to cost much at all.
25 Easy Organizing Changes You Can Make Today
You can get organized. (Really.) And you can even do it in small steps. (Seriously.) Start today with one of these 25 quick tasks.
6 Financial Steps to Take When Your Aging Parents Move In
Your parents have always taken care of you — now you want to return the favor. These money moves will help you care for them at home.
8 of the Most Costly New Year's Eve Parties Ever
A New Year's Eve bash generally involves some excess — too much food, too much drink, and too much money. Sometimes, way, way too much money.
6 Cleaning Rules You Should Be Breaking
The thing about the old tried and true is that sometimes it isn't true. Have you been cleaning the house wrong?
Drive the Old Car or Buy a New Car?
The cost of a new car can be much bigger than the sticker price...even going so far as to affect your retirement savings.
The 5 Best Underwater Watches
If you need a watch that can tell time on land and sea, then one of our Best 5 swim watches is the watch for you.
5 Reasons to Ditch Other Stock Investments for the S&P 500
Whether you're intimidated by the stock market or you just want a simpler way to invest, buying the S&P 500 index fund might be right for you.
Why Your Big New Year's Resolutions Are Pointless
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
7 Careers That Pay Women More Than Men
While the gender pay gap is still too big across the board, there are a few jobs that reward women with more. A few may surprise you.
Financial Lessons From The Hunger Games
The popular story takes place in what might seem like a very different society, but it has many real-world lessons.
5 Times Credit Cards Are Smarter Than Cash
Stash your cash. If you stay on budget, credit cards really are a good bet for smart, simple, and safe spending.
Does Your Teenager Really Need a Credit Card?
Does your teenager actually need a credit card? Probably.