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A Dinner Party for 6: Feed 'Em for Under $20

Dinner parties are fun, but when you're trying to impress, the costs can add up quickly. Serve your guests delicious eats for less with this menu.

The Fastest Method to Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Yes, you can get out of credit card debt — and faster than you think. The sooner you start, the sooner you'll chip away at that financial burden.

25 Great Things to Do With Your Spare Change

You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.

How to Decide If Airport Lounge Access Is Worth Paying For

Airport lounges provide a quiet escape from the madness of airport terminals, but access comes at a cost.

Best Credit Cards for the Holidays

There’s no better time to sign up for a rewards or low introductory interest rate credit card than the holiday season. Here are the top cards you should have on your wish list.

How to Break Bad Habits

Breaking a bad habit doesn't cost a dime but might save you plenty while boosting your confidence and your social capital. Learn how with these five easy steps.

Leave Marley in the Movies: Why Buying a Trendy Pet Makes No Sense

Who doesn’t fall in love with the many animals featured in hit movies of today and years past? You may be hard-pressed to find someone who didn’t want to adopt 101 cute spotted dog

The 5 Best Blu-ray Players

Watch amazing-looking movies at home with one of these five excellent and affordable Blu-ray players.

Make Money Recycling: Get Paid to Recycle by 15 Websites

Can you could use some cash for your old broken cell phones, laptops, or ink cartridges? These companies actually pay you to recycle.

10 Smart Things to Do During Your Commute (Even If You Drive!)

Why fill your public transit commute (or drive) with mindless chatter when you can use that time to smarten up, instead?

Stop Losing Your Stuff With These 6 Simple Tricks

Tired of misplacing your keys around the house? Get smart about how you store and use your stuff, and everything lost is always found.

How to Attend a Wedding for Cheap (Without Actually Looking Cheap)

Even simply attending a wedding these days is expensive. Trim the cost without insulting your hosts with these simple expense-savers.

Selling Your Life Insurance Policy for Cold, Hard Cash

Would you sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum, knowing that someone else now profits from your death?

7 Time-Saving Kitchen Tips From an Insider

You don't spend years working in professional kitchens without picking up a few time savers. Learn easy ways to speed up your cooking with some restaurant biz tips.

The 5 Best Solar-Powered Outdoor Security Lights

Instead of using electricity to light your property, use the sun instead. Just get any of these solar-powered outdoor security lights and you'll feel safer while saving the planet.

Should You Save for College Using a 529 Prepaid Tuition Plan?

Prepaid tuition plans let you buy your kid semesters of college, locked into today's pricing. Are these a good idea?

6 Foods That Are Actually Cheaper At Whole Foods

We don't often visit "Whole Paycheck" when we're shopping for cheap eats. But for some staples, Whole Foods is surprisingly affordable.

5 Things to Do Now to Prepare Your Home for Summer

Before you know it, summer heat will be here. Is your home ready?

6 Ways Millennials Are Working Less and Earning More

Millennials have grown up with the internet, and are now using it to work less and earn more.

How to Talk to Mom and Dad About Their Money

Give Dad and Mom the gift of knowing you're ready to help them weather whatever life throws their way.