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Frugal Fourth of July Party Ideas

Independence Day is almost here! This year, celebrate America's birthday with these frugal-minded party ideas.

7 Surprising Winter Travel Destinations That Won't Break the Bank

Whether you're after a wintry adventure or an escape to the sunshine, these destinations offer plenty of it, at a good price.

The 5 Best Hiking Backpacks

Bringing everything you need on a hike isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these hiking backpacks and you'll be prepared for anything on the trail.

Job Hunting With a Long Employment Gap

You've been out of the workforce, and now you're ready to jump back in. Don't let an employment gap keep you from finding a new gig.

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.

Tips for Accomplishing More in a Day

Time management is a difficult skill to master, but these simple tricks can help you do more and worry less.

3 Ways Americans Are Getting Better at Managing Their Money

Don't let the news dishearten you. Americans aren't completely terrible at money.

4 Retirement Planning Moves Every 20-Something Must Make

The smartest thing you can do for your retirement is to start preparing ASAP — that includes 20-somethings, too.

Throw an Awesome Potluck Dinner With These 6 Easy Tricks

You don't have to break the bank to throw an awesome dinner party. Throw the ultimate potluck by staying organized and minding your spend.

8 Tips for Going Back to School as an Adult

There's a lot more life in the way when you return to school as an adult. Here's a crash course in making it work.

Best Money Tips: Saving Money at Restaurants

Today we found some great articles on saving money at restaurants, steps to lower a cell phone bill, and ways to give gifts people want.

The 5 Best Dry Shampoos

Washing hair everyday with regular shampoo can leave it flat and dry. Keep your hair looking its best with one of these best 5 dry shampoos.

Best Money Tips: Facts Your Doctor Won't Tell You

Today we found some great articles on facts your doctor won't tell you, tips to avoid problems at the airport, and ways to stop wasting money.

A 94-Year-Old's Take on Making Good Decisions

At 94, my grandmother is as independent, effervescent, and opinionated as ever, and she has some good (and surprising) advice about making decisions.

Best Money Tips: 15 Foods That Are Better as Leftovers

Today we found articles on food that are always better as leftovers, ways to do big life events cheaply, and budget destinations to check out for your next vacation.

8 Rules of Etiquette We Wish Were Still Around Today

It's great that we've thrown aside some rigid social rules and live freer, more casual lives. But some of those old manners were kinda great, too.

15 Tested Tips for Creative Efficiency

Life is rarely going to bless you with long open hours to sit around and paint portraits or write songs or write novels. If you want the time, you have to fight for it.

Best Money Tips: Money Mistakes Married Couples Make

Today we found some fantastic articles on money mistakes married couples make, going to the movies for free, and how to rent a car and not get screwed.

Best Money Tips: Avoid These Mistakes in Salary Negotiations

Today we found some great articles on mistakes to avoid in salary negotiations, how to turn free work into a paying gig, and things you should never flush down the toilet.

8 Creative Ways to Save Money on Food

When life hands you a smaller budget, take your frugality to another dimension. Keep your household food costs in check by going unconventional.