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Farewell to Homeownership: Lessons to Share

Losing your home is not the end of all things. In fact, it could be the beginning of something better. Learn from one writer's experience.

5 Scientific Reasons to Ditch the Luxury Brands

Expensive is better, right? Our brains certainly think so, and that can cost us plenty. Learn how your brain deceives you and resist the splurge.

Why You Should Buy a Desktop Computer

Sleek, shiny laptops are all the rage, but I don't think they're worth the cost. Here's why I choose bulky, non-sexy technology for my computing needs.

Eating Frugally With MyPlate

Eating healthy and cheap aren't mutually exclusive. Discover how to follow the USDA's new healthy eating guidelines while also saving cash at the grocery store.

Gigwalk: Get Paid While You Walk!

With this new smartphone-based service, you can earn extra cash completing little tasks for other people while you're already out and about.

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Topic: Frugal ways to have fun this summer. Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift certificates! Use #WBChat to participate

Profit on the Oil Bust With These 10 Cheap Energy Stocks

If you invested in these oil and gas companies, you've probably seen double-digit losses. Is now the time to buy?

6 Simple Ways to Market Your Side Business

Nobody will buy what you're selling if they don't know you're selling it. Jumpstart your side hustle with some easy and inexpensive marketing.

Best Money Tips: Secrets to Being More Productive

Today we found some great articles on the secrets to being more productive, creative Starbucks drinks for around $3, and money moves that no one should ever, ever make.

How Complacency Keeps You From Financial Security

Is your lack of action killing your financial future? It's time to stop being so complacent.

How to Wake Up Fast and Attack the Day

Waking up can be difficult when your bed is so darn comfortable. Learn how to happily shake off the sleep so you can have a more productive day.

Best Money Tips: How to Travel the World on a Budget

Today we found some great articles on ways to see the world on a budget, why you just overpaid at the store, and the smart way to lend money to friends and family.

How to Score More Loyalty Perks From Your Credit Card Company

Savvy consumers haggle their way to cheaper utility and Internet bills. Do the same with your credit cards and you'll pay less interest and fees.

Double-Duty Protection: Multipurpose iPad 2 Cases

From extending battery life to keeping your iPad extra safe and more, these multitasking cases help you get the most out of your tablet.

13 Business Leaders Who Failed Before They Succeeded

If at first you don't succeed...

25 Ways to Feel Better Fast

Whether you're sick, sad, depressed, angry, or some combination of all four, use these quick and easy tricks to turn your mood — and your day — around.

15 Quick Clothing and Shoe Repair Fixes You Should Own

Run in your stockings? Zipper won't budge? Don't miss a beat with these 15 quick clothing and shoe fixes.

8 Terrible Business Predictions (and 1 Valuable Lesson)

The only thing certain about predicting future business success is that nobody can. Especially not these eight experts.

How to Maximize Your Airline Mileage Redemptions

It's not enough just to earn mileage awards from credit cards — you need to make the most of the miles you earn. Here's how to do it.

10 Tempting No-Bake Desserts

Baking's great but sometimes you need a break, too. Let the oven sit one out and make crowd pleasing desserts without all the fuss.