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My Personal Productivity Rules...What Are Yours?

What's the best way to get more productive? Your way. Here's my list of personal productivity rules, a starting point for you to figure out your own.

You Can Start Investing With a Lot Less Money Than You Think

You feel like you don't have enough money to take the plunge in investing. That's not true! You can get started with less than you think.

18 Year End Financial Must Dos

The window of opportunity is closing rapidly for many key financial moves. Act soon, or you may miss out on substantial tax savings and more.

6 Ways to Travel On a Budget While in Expensive Countries

Just because you're in a pricey location doesn't mean you need to spend a fortune to enjoy it.

10 Small Business Money Myths to Reconsider

Sometimes it's smart business to go with tried and true solutions to common financial questions. But what if those old solutions don't provide the right answers?

6 Ways to Make Your Home Into an Investment

Homes can be money traps. But by treating your house like an investment, you can earn money instead of losing it.

Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Take Care of Yourself

Today we found articles on simple self-care ideas, how to use journaling to improve your productivity, and effective tips to get a job without experience.

Everyday Noise: The Ignored Pollution?

When it comes to downsizing and decluttering, don't just think about the things you see — also think about what you hear.

The Way to Your Honey's Heart Is Through the Kitchen

Skip the last minute reservations and make your Valentine's Day dinner at home. You sweetheart will thank you!

Why You Shouldn't Eat at Chain Restaurants

The portions are big, and the food is reliably the same...but is it worth it to eat at chain restaurants? One writer says no.

How to Get a Lower APR, or Possibly Not

Getting my interest rate lowered by my credit card company was impossible, so I had to go a different route to avoid the interest charges.

Relationships and Money: Two Sides of the Same Coin

The way we deal with money in relationships is often a sign of how we deal with other things in life. But if you're aware of potential problems, you can change.

Now is The Time to Buy: Skis, Winter Coats, Candy

Save big on the winter necessities by knowing the best times to hit the store.

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6 Things You Can Negotiate When Buying a Home

Buying a house is a big deal -- and almost all of it is negotiable. Here's what else you can haggle over besides price.

More Bang for Your Buck: Paint Me Frugal

Paul's post about DIY got me to thinking about all of the times that I wasted money on trying to improve my home. There have been many of these times, more than I care to share. [more]

Best Money Tips: Cut Auto Insurance Premiums in Half

Today we found some fantastic articles on how to cut auto insurance premiums in half, saving money while getting fit, and reasons you should have a side business.

Pay 1 cent, get a RAZR and $100. Seriously!

  As a dealhunter, I've seen a few offers that have defied reason. Here's another one. Drop by Amazon at this link and pick yourself up a nice new Motorola cell phone for the grand total of $0.01. Not a bad deal. But it get's better. [more]

Best Money Tips: Teach Your Kids about Money

Today we found some awesome articles on teaching your kids about money, why your tax refund may be delayed, and preparing for a layoff.

Camping for a Week Is Only $160 at These National Parks

You'd think camping at one of our nation's great National Parks would be be pricey. Find out how affordable a week really is.