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You Got a Raise! Now What?

Congrats on those extra dollars in your paycheck! Don't just blow through 'em, though. Put the extra money to work.

Myths abound about what does and does not impact a credit score. Read this list of "Does Nots" and know why your score is gonna be fine.

Peanut may still be the king of nut butters, but there are plenty of nutty new challengers — most of which you can make right at home, for cheap.

Ready for some spring cleaning? Tap into your decluttering state of mind even before the snow melts.

Are you voting in this November's midterm election? Share your answer for a chance to win a $20 Amazon GC!

We all waste a lot of time at the grocery. But these tricks will make the whole process easy breezy.

Credit card debt while unemployed feels like insult added to injury. But you can pull through: Here's how.

Hitting pause on student loan payments can be a complicated process. You'll need this knowledge under your belt before applying for deferment.

We're often taught to avoid certain negative traits and habits. Before you remake yourself into a saint, consider the positives of these negatives.

Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money on beer, inexpensive date ideas, and saving more on dental care.

New Year's resolutions are nice. But this year, go a step further and instead of just making a year-long goal, make a goal for life.

Mom! Dad! I'm bored! Not anymore with this list of fun — and free — games and activities that will entertain everybody.

Buying your first home should be a happy occasion, so don't end up kicking yourself by making these homebuying blunders.

Didn't save enough in your working years? You may be banking on a late retirement, but life can have other plans.

You don't need to be in trouble with the law to need a lawyer. Find out when you should really spend the money to lawyer up.

It's not easy to manage money, but when you include the influence and needs of those around us, it's downright hard. Who's keeping you poor?

Insurance is there to protect you from costly damages to your home and car. But sometimes, it's best not to file a claim at all.

From image manipulation to social media blockers, this collection of useful apps will help you and your PC get more done.

Most holiday Secret Santa exchanges have a modest max spending limit — but not these!

From poor password hygiene to embarrassing Facebook status updates, the Internet can get bite you. Clean up your Internet act before it's too late!