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Ask the Readers: How Much Does it Cost to Raise a Family? (Chance to Win!)

Tell us how much it costs to raise a family for a chance to win!

How a Credit Card Cash Advance Costs You More Than a Purchase

The convenience of cash advance comes at a cost. Usually, a pretty steep one.

How to Handle a Massive Medical Bill

Surprise medical bills can torpedo even the most well-planned budget. These simple steps help minimize the financial pain.

5 Ways to Save Money in the New Year

Make 2011 your best financial year yet with these tips to jump-start your savings.

The Easiest, Cheapest Way to Make Delicious Dumplings

Who doesn't love dumplings? Enjoy them more often, for much less than store bought, with this quick and easy dumpling making routine.

Best Money Tips: Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes for Pets

Today we found some stellar articles on cheap and easy costumes for pets, conquering lifestyle creep, and going green to save money.

Living the Savvy Life: A Review

Whether you're a hardcore budgeter or getting your finances in order for the first time, this book can help you save money — and achieve your goals.

16 Festive Ways to Make Extra Money for the Holidays

For many the holidays mean more stress and more spending. For those with the entrepreneurial spirit, the holidays mean more cash.

10 Unexpected Jobs With Insane Travel

Sure, airline pilots travel a lot for work. But elevator repair techs? Learn about that and nine other careers that can satisfy your wanderlust.

11 Sources of Free or Low-Cost Training

If your company doesn’t have a large budget for professional development, or if you want to explore less expensive options, here are some free or low-cost sources of training.

Free Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day

Making your mother feel appreciated shouldn't mean buying lots of stuff. Discover scores of free (or almost free) ways to celebrate that special lady.

Best Money Tips: How to Score the Best Flea Market Finds

Today we found articles on scoring the best flea market finds, the worst jobs for the future, and eco-friendly back-to-school tips.

Best Money Tips: Things You Shouldn't Buy Until After Christmas

Today we found some great articles on things you shouldn’t buy until after Christmas, ways to avoid overeating during the holidays, and things you need to stop doing when you work.

Best Money Tips: How to Stay Happy at Work

Today we found some great articles with tips to help you stay happy at work, ways to stop being your own financial enemy, and productivity tips from mompreneurs.

10 Smartphone Apps That Can Help You in an Emergency

When you're in a dire situation, an app on your phone might be the thing to save you.

8 Ways Telework Can Save You $20,000 a Year

Everyone touts the work life benefits and savings of telework for employees, but why should business owners want their people working at home?

Best Money Tips: Inexpensive Family Outings

Today we found some great articles on inexpensive family outings, how to negotiate fees and save on expenses, and Netflix alternatives.

Understanding the Gold Standard

The gold standard was used to define currency since Roman times. Discover how it worked, why it doesn't anymore, and how it affects our finances today.

Best Money Tips: Self-Help Clichés We Need to Change

Today we found some great articles on self-help clichés we need to change, how to avoid a parking ticket, and organizational tools to get your life together.

Best Money Tips: Stay Healthy While Traveling

Today we found some great articles on how to maintain healthy habits when traveling, how to ask for a raise, and steps to forming good financial habits.