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Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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Your clothes aren't getting clean and it's all your fault. How many of these washday mistakes are you making?
Cheap Smartphones: Which Ones Are Worth It?
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25 Easy Organizing Changes You Can Make Today
You can get organized. (Really.) And you can even do it in small steps. (Seriously.) Start today with one of these 25 quick tasks.
The 5 Best Underwater Watches
If you need a watch that can tell time on land and sea, then one of our Best 5 swim watches is the watch for you.
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Stop Skin Cancer at the Spa
By way of More magazine, the premier magazine for women over 40, comes exciting news that a trip to your favorite medispa could actually prevent skin cancer! [more]
How to Give Yourself a Manicure at Home
Manicures can give your nails a polished, professional appearance, but they aren't cheap. Here's how to make your nails look great at home.
Frugal Vacations the Entire Family Will Love
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Best Money Tips: Daily Purchases That Hurt Your Budget
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It was time again to stock up on some things, and so this past weekend I went to my usual places: the fish market in Pyrmont (where one employee asked me how work was going since t
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Getting the Most Out of Daily Deal Sites
Groupon and other daily deal sites can seem enticing, but if you're not careful, they can cost a lot more than you expect. Learn how to use them wisely.
The 7 Best Conversation Starters
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Get Rid of Your Unwanted Stuff?
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10 Ways to Keep Your Kid's Prom From Ruining Your Budget
It's prom season, moms and dads! Here's how to save major green on your kid's big night.
10 Smart and Frugal Uses for Epsom Salt
Instead of buying expensive cleaners and beauty products, you can save a ton of cash if you use good old fashioned epsom salt instead.
How to Spot a Credit Repair Scam
A reputable credit repair company can truly help you rebuild your credit. But beware — the scammers are out there.