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This One Financial Trick Lets You Buy Happiness

How you spend your money has a surprising impact on overall life satisfaction. Read this to spend happier!

Get Your Money Sooner by Starting 2016 Tax Prep Now

The early (tax) bird gets the worm — and reduces the chance it'll be a victim of identity theft. Start your 2016 tax prep now, and skip all the stress in April.

Who's Your Data? The Myths and Misnomers of Unemployment Figures

How are jobless numbers tabulated? Are they even accurate in the truest sense? Why do newspeople get it completely wrong? Why do the jobless figures make us so jittery and

The 6 Stages of Dealing With Financial Disaster

When financial disaster strikes, we're likely to follow a process of loss and grieving. Recognize the stages and come out stronger for it.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Lower Your Car Insurance Premium

Today we found some stellar articles on lowering your car insurance premium, helping friends who are bad with money, and what to buy in August.

10 Things All Successful Freelancers Do

Making it as a freelancer is not easy — but it's not out of reach, either. Here's how successful freelancers spend their time.

Best Money Tips: 12 Habits That Turn Dreams Into Reality

Today we found articles on habits that turn dreams into reality, ways to save money on auto maintenance, and 90 strategies to overcome shyness.

Beyond Debt-Free: Getting By in the New Economy

Living debt-free is a great goal — but as the economy remains shaky, is that enough? Discover more ways to make sure you're on solid financial ground.

Meet Kelly Whalen, Our New Community Manager

Come say hi to Kelly as she introduces her family, our new community team, and our simpler design.

Tech-Savvy People Have These 10 Things in Their Homes — Do You?

If you're reading this you're already kind of tech-savvy. But if you've got most of this stuff, then you are really, actually tech savvy.

Wantable: Fashion Surprises in a Box

For $40 a box, Wantable sends you cosmetics, fashion accessories, intimates, or fitness apparel that match your style. Come see if they hit the mark with this accessory box!

9 Ways to Build Intuition and Make Smarter Decisions

It's easy to discount intuition — how can a gut feeling be right? But your gut knows a lot more than you think. Learn to listen to and trust it.

9 Ways to Lose the Clutter and Keep the Memories

You don't treasure all those knick-knacks — you cherish the memories they conjure. Here's how to clear the clutter and still keep what matters.

Best Money Tips: Find Good Cheap Hotels

Today we found some great articles on where to find good cheap hotels, how to avoid expensive car maintenance, and ways to improve your credit score.

18 Little Food Shopping Mistakes You Need to Stop Making Today

A bunch of grocery shopping mistakes like these can take a big bite out of your budget. Are you making the most of every grocery store visit?

You Should Make These 11 Easy Donations Before Time Runs Out

It's the season for giving — and for grabbing a few more tax deductions. Here are some easy things to donate before the end of year.

Best Money Tips: Essential Things to Do Before the New Year

Today we found some great articles on things you need to do before the new year, ways to recover from Christmas clutter, and New Year’s resolutions that will make you richer.

6 Pitfalls When Chasing Travel Rewards

While many have used travel rewards to score free or reduced-cost travel, it helps to know the pitfalls to watch out for.

10 Money Goals You Should Set for the Holidays

The holidays can blindside your bank account. This year, make it a goal to be kind to your finances!

Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save Money on Holiday Parties

Today we found articles on smart ways to save on holiday parties, financial choices you’ll regret in 10 years, and over 80 awesome DIY stocking stuffers.