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How to Rebuild Your Credit in 8 Simple Steps
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Don't let high minimums dissuade your retirement savings goals. These Roth IRAs can get you started, no minimum investment required.
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Although 99% of the ads on Craigslist are legit, some are designed to scam you. Recognize these eight common Craigslist scams and avoid becoming a mark.
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Sometimes getting a personal loan is a better choice than using your credit cards.
5 Ways to Invest Like a Pro — No Financial Adviser Required
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4 Things You Need to Know About Gift Tax
There's a tax on financial gifts? Of course there is — and guess what else? It's very convoluted.
How to Protect Your Credit After the Equifax Breach
In light of the major Equifax breach, a credit freeze is not your only option. There are multiple ways to keep a close eye on your credit reports.
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Where Are They Now? The Forgotten Dollar Bills (and Coins)
You may have money on your mind, but these notes and coins are all but forgotten. They are still legal tender, though!
4 Times a Handwritten Letter Can Save You Big Bucks
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How a Simple "Do Not Buy" List Keeps Money in Your Pocket
Creating a "do not buy" list will totally change your shopping game — and help you save tons of cash.
9 Signs Your Identity Was Stolen
Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.
Quickly Remove Scratches From CDs and DVDs
Here are the results of my exploration to remove scratches from my CDs and DVDs, complete with my own experience with each remedy.
Here's Why Credit Scores and Reports Are Not the Same
Do you know the difference between a credit score and a credit history? You need to — here's how to break it down.
5 Things Your Real Estate Agent Wishes You Knew
If only you knew! Real estate agents everywhere want you clued in to these basic home-buying and selling facts.
8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Inspector
Before you hire a home inspector, make sure you get answers to these questions.
15 Easy Dinner Party Dishes You Can Make in Advance
Make hosting a dinner party a lot less stressful — and a lot more fun — with with these easy, make-ahead dishes.
9 Home Improvements You Should Always Negotiate
Hiring pros to tackle your biggest home improvement projects is unavoidable. What is avoidable is paying exactly what they ask.
Architect, Designer, or Contractor: Who Should You Hire for Your Project?
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Best Lenders for Personal Loans
Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.