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How a Sale and Lease-Back Can Help a Homeowner Avoid Foreclosure

Losing your home to foreclosure is not the only option for struggling homeowners. Here's what you need to know about a short sale lease-back.

The 5 Best Sewing Machines

Whether you're a beginner or an expert, buying a new sewing machine can be a daunting task. To help simplify the decision, here are our top picks.

How To Buy Stuff That Lasts Forever

My husband bought a pair of gym shorts for my oldest son a couple of weeks ago. The shorts lasted for one day before having a small tear at one of the critical seams. Contrast that

Save More Gas by Safely Following Trucks

I have been trying to drive at 55 miles per hour to save gas, and I am doing it by driving behind big trucks in the slow lane so that I do not get honked at or pulled over by the h

How an HSA Saves You Money

A health savings account, or HSA, can help you tackle health care expenses with some extra peace of mind — and some extra tax savings.

Save Money With These 10 Homemade, Healthy Energy and Sports Drinks

Need a boost after your workout but can't stand the drain to your pocketbook? Make your own cheaper, tastier, and healthier versions at home!

This Is the Basic Intro to Having a Retirement Fund That Everyone Needs to Read

If it wasn't important, we wouldn't keep saying it: Start a retirement account ASAP! Here's how.

The 5 Best Ear Thermometers

Taking someone's temperature isn't always easy, but it can be. Use any of these five ear thermometers when your loved one is sick and they'll be much better patients.

4 Questions You Need To Answer Before Relocating in Retirement

Relocating is a common post-career plan. But before pulling up stakes, you better find out where the road will take you.

6 Questions to Ask Before Taking Out Student Loans

College isn't cheap and a student loan may seem inescapable. Make sure you've checked out all your options before you sign.

The Produce Worker's Guide to Storing 25 Common Fruits and Veggies

Want to make your fresh produce last longer? Follow these tested tips for preparing and storing your fruits and vegetables.

How to Keep Bread Fresh

Here are some tips on how to keep bread fresh for longer.

10 One Pot Meals That Will Transform Dinner

Busy weeknights get a lot more relaxing when dinner comes together in just one pot. What are you waiting for — dig in!

9 Quick Workouts You Can Do During Commercial Breaks

Turn TV time into a real workout by adding these quick, but intense fitness routines to your viewing habit.

4 Creative Remote Jobs That Can Supplement Your Retirement Income

In this day and age, you can find plenty of job options that allow you to work from anywhere during retirement.

7 Ways to Save on a European Getaway With Kids

Heading to Europe with kids can be as expensive or inexpensive as you want it to be. Learn how you can save a bundle when traveling across the pond.

How to Sell Your Home in a Seller's Market

Even in a hot market, smart sellers will work every advantage to get the maximum value out of a sale.

Play On: 5 Great Card and Board Games

Game nights are almost always fun, but you can make them straight-up awesome by choosing one of these excellent, less-common games.

When Location Isn't King: How to Choose Income Rental Property

They say location is key when you're buying a home — but what about when investing in a rental property? Don't get stuck in the red!

20 Great Body Weight Exercises (and Why You Should Do Them)

Body weight exercises seem simple, but they can be very challenging. Best of all? You don't need expensive fitness equipment to do them.