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5 Money Lessons From the Third World

My family moved to Papua New Guinea, and the money lessons we've received have been important, surprising, and priceless.

Getting rid of less, not just spending less, is one of the keys to saving money. Here are some tips to keep waste to a minimum in your kitchen.

Amazon's Alexa can do a whole lot more than spout off fun facts — she can actually make your life easier!

"No credit? No problem!" At least, that's what a predatory lender might want you to think.

Working from home to earn extra income is a great way to shore up the family budget. Just don't take any of these dubious "opportunities."

Growing your own fruits and vegetables can provide a bounty of fresh produce. Here's what to do when things get a little too bountiful.

A lot goes into firing up a small business or side job. Prepare to tackle some tax changes, too!

A professional association is a great tool to make new friends, learn new things, and most importantly, boost your career.

Forget about plane crashes, war, and Ebola. The biggest risks to your health are things you encounter every day.

The open road, miles away from home (and cell coverage), is no place to discover that you don’t know how to repair a flat tire. Learn now.

A home in an HOA may come with fabulous amenities, services, and sense of community. It will also come with a cost.

Buying a new home is exciting, but before you sign your name on the dotted line, you need to ask — and answer — a few key questions about your loan.

If you're looking to buy in one of these four overheated markets, you may want to act fast — or reconsider buying at all.

From set-it-and-forget-it to ultra hands on, there are many different types of investors. Which one are you?

There's a natural impulse to donate after a natural disaster. But donating goods over money is not always the best idea.

By spending less than you earn, you can much more easily achieve big goals in life, from retiring early to finding a job you really love.

In the office, talk is cheap. The walk is what counts. If you want to burnish your work rep, you've got to act the part — consistently.

The kind of junk mail you receive can tell you a lot about the kind of person banks, retailers, and others think you are.

The common wisdom is that credit cards with annual fees are never worth it, but the truth is that you could be missing out on valuable rewards.

Whether you're invited to a casual dinner party, a weekend stay, or even a fancy banquet, discover the best ways to say thanks to your host.