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Make Money in Your Hometown: Become a Tour Guide

Want to meet new people and make extra money? Plan or lead tours for out-of-towners! These three sites make it easy.

Why Health Care Should be Part of Your Retirement Savings Plan, Too

Retirement planning isn't just about saving for the fun stuff. In fact, one major piece may be missing from your retirement plan.

8 Things You Must Do to Throw a Frugal, Fun Backyard Party

All too soon, the leaves will have turned and Halloween will be on the horizon. Enjoy what's left of summer with an easy-to-plan backyard get-together.

Master Your Life and Stop Self-Sabotage (Book Review)

You almost get that job promotion you yearn so badly for, but things fall through at the last minute. Every time your love life gets serious, the relationship blows apart. You woul

How to Ace Your Next Coffee Interview

More and more employers are interviewing prospects in less formal settings. Here's how to shine at your meeting without spilling any coffee.

What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in November

Skip the iPad 3 Mini, but do reach for a new HDTV, which are stupendously cheap this month.

6 "Good" Eating Habits That Are Keeping Us Fat

Having a hard time dropping those last five? It may be due to a "truth" you learned long ago and haven't given a second thought...until now.

How to Improve Your Finances Using Social Media

Social media is more than just viral videos and baby pictures — use it to boost your finances, too!

8 Financial Wake Up Calls — And How to Deal With Them

When it comes to managing your money, stop hitting "snooze."

7 Frugal Living Skills You Should Be Teaching Your Children

No matter how young or old your kids may be, they will certainly be better off if they learn these frugal living skills now.

7 Ways a Mindfulness Journal Can Fix Your Life

Believe it or not, self-awareness is power. And a mindfulness journal can help you harness that power.

How to Get Along With Someone You Hate

Whether because of family or career, sometimes you can't avoid "that guy" (or gal). Learn how to deal with people you don't like and be happier for it.

8 Cheap Ways to Continue Your Education Without Going Back to School

Getting smarter has never been easier or more affordable. Discover the cheap educational opportunities awaiting you on the other side of a mouse-click.

7 Killer Ways to Really, Actually Lose Weight

There's a lot of weight loss advice out there that's either unsustainable or doesn't deliver results. Learn what really works — and how it could help you.

4 Reasons People Don't Retire Early — and How You Can

Tired of the daily grind? Early retirement may be within reach if you can get past four financial and mental roadblocks.

10 Smart Ways to Make Yourself Love Saving Money

Saving money is hard, especially if your savings goals are big. Make saving fun with some simple motivational strategies.

Are You Underpaid? How to Figure Out What Salary You Deserve

How much are you worth? Discover the salary you should really be earning.

9 Career Tips Your Younger Self Would Give You

There's a lot you wish you could say to your younger self. But your younger self has some sound job advice for current-you, too.

How to Succeed at Work Despite Your Lousy Boss

A nightmare boss doesn't have to mean a nightmare job. With the right frame of mind you can still be successful.

7 Simple Ways to Get Motivated for Your Workout

Getting up the gumption may be the hardest part about about staying fit. Try these simple gumption getters the next time you need some.