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What Does the Word "Recession" Mean to You? (Answer for a Chance to Win $10!)
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10 Ways to Get More Wear Out of Your Clothing
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Remember Where You Parked Your Car and More: 35 Practical Uses of a Digital Camera
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Borrowing from Friends: The Friendship Killer
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5 Reasons Fall Is a Great Time to House Hunt
The leaves are changing, and you still don't have your dream home. Hey, no worries! Fall is a great time to house hunt.
Best Money Tips: Insurance That Saves You Big in the Long Run
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Will You Ever Be Able to Retire?
A real retirement seems to be moving further from reach. Bring it closer with good planning and realistic expectations.
11 Ways to Make Living With Roommates Tolerable
Living with roommates isn't always easy, but here's how to make it somewhat tolerable.
The 5 Worst Pieces of Financial Advice Your Friends Give You
Have you been listening to any of this advice from your friends? If you have, you need to stop right now.
The High Cost of Keeping Warm
Keeping your home warm this winter comes at a cost — a rather high one, if you're not careful.
How (and Why) to Make Good Pan Gravy
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to master the art of good brown gravy (sometimes called “pan gravy”) -- and why you’ll want to add it to a few meals here
10 Golden Rules of Personal Finance Everyone Should Know
These 10 money truths will set you on the right path to financial enlightenment.
8 World Currencies That Took a Hit in 2016
In the midst of political uncertainty and economic stress, these eight world currencies took a tumble in '16.
6 Things You Might Do on Your First Day of Retirement
Happy day! Your work career is finally officially over and your time is your own. Now what?
5 Sales Strategies Your Bank Uses to Make Money
Banks are businesses, too. Keep an eye out for these sales tactics that might be costing you money
5 Smart Ways to Save on Smartphones
Shake that expensive phone and service plan with these smart strategies.
The Case for Expensive Shoes
Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
Are You Tipping Wrong? This Is What You Should Be Leaving
Seems like every service counter we encounter includes a strategically placed tip jar. Find out who you should be tipping (and how much).
4 Ways Your Mind Can Make You Rich
The human brain is not powerful enough to will money into existence — but it's close. Here's how to put mind over money.
8 Hours? 9 Hours? This Is How Much Sleep You REALLY Need
Home many ZZZ's does a person really it need? The answer is "it depends and it's probably less than you think."