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We all want to hit the open road and drive across the country, but costs can add up quickly. Luckily, we found a way to do it for $350 or less.
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Instead of buying those expensive sprouts in the produce section at the store, did you ever consider making your own sprouts?
FHA Home Loans: You Can Buy a Home Even If Your Finances Aren't Perfect
Even with stricter post-crash lending standards, FHA home loans remain a great option for home buyers who don't have perfect credit or large down payments.
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12 Foods You Must Add to Your Diet This Year
It's not often you hear a New Year's resolution that includes the words "eat more." But with these healthy foods, that's precisely what you should do.
Does A Dollar Buy What it Did a Year Ago? (Answer to win $10)
Does a dollar buy the same things it did a year ago? Share your experiences to be entered to win $10 in our Trivia Tuesday giveaway!
Thrive as a Starving Writer--Lessons from the Experts
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Are You Spending Too Much on Halloween This Year?
If your Halloween shopping is more of a trick than a treat, it might be time to rein in the spending. How does your spend compare with your neighbors'?
5 Money Lessons I Learned From Watching Wheel of Fortune
What can missing letters and a big spinning wheel teach about personal finance? Plenty, if you know where to look.
Best Money Tips: Summer Savings Inside and Out
Today, we share ways to save money in the heat of summer, how to stay hydrated, tips to stay safe when buying online prescriptions, and more!
7 Ways Doing Nothing Will Make You More Productive
It's easy to get caught up in our busy routines, but doing nothing can actually boost productivity. Learn why taking a break might be the best thing you do today.
10 Hidden Costs That Hurt Your Wallet
From spend-happy friends to bad bulk buying and more, these sneaky costs and poor financial habits could be sucking the life out of your bank account.
11 Reasons Your Credit Card Application Was Denied — And What You Can Do About It
Denied! Find out why your credit application was rejected by the bank, and then take steps to tighten your finances, and improve your credit score.
How to Get the Lowest Price on Airfare, Even After You Buy
Here are some tips to help you track flight prices easily, keep an eye out for price drops, and even get a refund if you’ve bought your ticket already.
Amazon Will Give You 5% Off for Price Checking Saturday: But Is It Fair?
Amazon is promoting their price-checking app by offering shoppers $5 off items. It's a great deal for customers, but is it a good move from Amazon?