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Trying Out CVS Madness

I've heard about the frugal shoppers storming CVS for free merchandise from KY Jelly to glucose monitors. Was this a penny-enny game for grandmothers with too much time on thei

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5 Times It's Okay to Close a Credit Card

You know the drill — closing a credit card can damage your credit score. But sometimes, it might be the right move.

Staying Fit and Beautiful in Mind, Body, and Wallet

Your fitness regimen can leave you looking less than your best. Feel beautiful inside and out with these frugal tips.

15 Awesome Storage Solutions for Under $10

Feeling the need to do some Spring Cleaning? Not sure where to stash all your stuff? These storage solutions are not only clever, but they are super-affordable (many are free!)

Ask the Readers: Do You Buy Apps?

Tell us if you buy apps and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Should You Choose a Roth 401k or a Regular 401k?

Yesterday I was talking to a friend and he mentioned that his company just started offering the option of investing in Roth 401ks. He was wondering if he should stick with his regu

The Letter Always Wins

When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall

Best Money Tips: How to Negotiate Your Rent Payment

Today we found some awesome articles on negotiating rent payments, free stuff for your birthday, and making your commute suck less.

Ask the Readers: What Are You Looking Forward to Most This Holiday Season?

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Five alternatives to 0% yield U.S. treasuries

This week the 4 week T-bill rate was driven down to 0% and the demand for these treasuries was astounding. It seems that investors are so pessimistic that they are willing to acce

5 Frugal Living Truths Every Stay-at-Home-Parent Should Know

When the daily Stay-at-Home routine starts to wear thin, take heart. You're living — and teaching — some valuable frugal living truths.

7 Ways to Generate New Leads for Your Side Business

If you want to start earning good side income, it doesn't make sense to invest money in traditional marketing efforts right away. Here are 7 cheap or free ways you can use to

What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in December

It's peak shopping season, but not every buy is a peak deal. Learn where to find the big discounts this month — and where to freeze your spending.

Smart Ways to Start and End Networking Conversations

Networking can be incredibly valuable...once you get the conversation started. Follow these suggestions to get in and out of conversations with ease.

It's the 21st Century — Why Is Your Money Stuck in the 20th?

Millennials have figured out what many finance pros haven't — that too much personal finance advice is stuck in the 20th century.

Tools to Get Organized, Family Style

Many people think I’m incredibly well organized because I can easily manage (certain) projects and recite dates, locations, deadlines, etc. for my family’s activities. The truth is

The Right Thing to Say in 20 Tough Situations

Avoid putting your foot in your mouth by always knowing what to say in 20 these challenging social situations.

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You only have 30 days left to take advantage of this one, but it's a great offer for a great product. The big picture is simple -- open up a BBVA Compass Build-To-Order Free checki

You CAN Earn More Money — Here's How

Making more money doesn't have to be difficult or time-consuming. Learn how you can start picking up side gigs today.