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9 Ways Staying on Budget Can Be Fun (Really!)

Let's face it: Staying on budget is hard. But if you make it fun, you'll get some short-term kicks while you're saving for long-term goals.

13 Things I Learned From Renting Out My Home on Airbnb

Ever wonder what it's like to list your place on Airbnb? Here's the real story.

6 Infuriating Ways You're Ruining Someone Else's Credit

Yep, you can totally wreck someone else's credit score. Don't be that person.

Best Money Tips: Smartphone Time Management Mistakes

Today, we give you homemade face paint recipes for kids, ways that your smartphone can complicate your life, and tips to avoid teary eyes when cutting onions.

How Are People Retiring in Their 30s?!

What if you could retire and travel the world by your 30s? It's not just fantasy — these bloggers have done it!

8 Simple Ways to De-Stink Your Stuff

Phew! What's that smell? Whatever it is, eliminate it with one of these simple de-stinkers made with stuff you probably already have on hand.

'Tis the Season for Decluttering: Why and How To Do It

Forget spring cleaning — the last week of the year is the best time to clean house. Here's why.

20 Easy Ways to Stretch Your Grocery Dollars

Before you tighten your belt, wring the waste out of your grocery budget with this collection of proven ways to trim food costs.

How to Save Frequent Flyer Miles That Are About to Expire

You worked hard for those airline miles. Don't let them just slip away!

14 Tasty Cuban Recipes

Add some Havana to your evening routine with these Cuban classics. The preparations are simple, the ingredients are affordable and easy-to-find, and the results are muy delicioso!

5 Ways to Save on Your Next Glamping Trip

Before you hit the road for a luxurious glamping trip, make sure you're saving as much money as possible.

The Best Frugal Office Party Foods

Potluck office parties are common — but how do you feed the crowd without breaking the bank? Read this for crowd-pleasing, easy, and cheap recipes.

Receiving Your Tax Refund in Savings Bonds

If you qualify for a tax refund this year, getting it in the form of U.S. Savings Bonds can be a great way to jump-start or augment your savings.

10 Critical Steps to Protect Your Data in the Cloud

Cloud backup services are easy to use — and easy to hack, it seems. Protect your personal data from prying eyes.

7 Ways to Get People to Listen When You Talk

Whether you're speaking to one person or a hundred, you've got to keep your audience engaged. Try these tricks of the toastmaster at your next talk.

Beat Back the Zombies: 4 Ways to Avoid Sleep Deprivation

Seventy percent of Americans don't get enough sleep. Follow these suggestions to ensure you're not one of them.

How Living in a Hotel Can Be Surprisingly Affordable

Believe it or not, living in a hotel can be an affordable housing option.

10 Great Wines Under 10 Dollars

Looking for a wine that won't cost a lot of money and still taste great? From red to white to sparkling, each of the awesome wines on this list is $10 or less.

6 Back-to-School Items You Can Sell For Extra Cash

When school supplies are in abundance in your home, what should you do? Sell 'em!

10 Types of Friends Who Are Costing You Money

Remember how your mom was always wanted you to hang out with the "right" people? Yeah, that's good financial advice, too.