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If you’re new to investing and determined to keep your principal safe, consider these five places to store your money and earn a little something extra.
I went to public schools for my entire life and my husband had a completely private education and we had the following discussion: are private schools worth the tens of thousan
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I Got Duped! Dealing With Credit Card and Merchant Disputes
So you bought an awesome thing-a-ma-jiggy or service with your credit card. But when you got it home you discovered the item doesn't work, the service was a heist, or the
Best Money Tips: Teaching Kids About Saving Money
Today we found some fantastic articles on teaching kids about saving money, the best job hunting tips of the year, and things you must know about the Roth IRA for 2013.
Best Money Tips: Genius Ways to Use Leftover Fruits and Veggies
Today we found genius ways to use leftover produce, the best stores for Black Friday this year, and simple tricks to cut costs over the holidays.
Pessimism Pays - Why Expecting the Worst Can Save You Money
Everyone's heard the adage, "Expect the best, prepare for the worst," but the truth is that many people are overly optimistic about the future. Being a worrier may sa
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What If Everyone Suddenly Became Frugal?
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Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Beat the Winter Blahs
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal ways to beat the winter blahs, resources for a complete job search, and what to do with unwanted gifts.
5 Important Things to Know About Your 401K and IRA in 2016
Another new year already? Yep, and here's what the coming year will bring for your retirement accounts.
Three Kids' DIY Projects In Your Pantry
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10 Ways to Improve Your Decision-Making Skills
Whether it's something as big as a career move or as small as what you're having for dinner, follow these tips to help make great decisions.
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3 Step Strategy To Airfare Deals
I am going to come out and say it: there are no secrets to finding a bargain ticket every time you fly. However, by understanding how the system works, you can develop a deal findi
Best Money Tips: Find an Affordable Flu Shot
Today we found some stellar articles on finding an affordable flu shot, jobs for people who want to work from home, and things that will be cheaper in 2013.
11 Finance Tips You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self
The carefree spend-happy days of your youth seem cringe-worthy now. If only you could go back and give yourself this advice...
Pursuing Retirement Goals in the New Year: Highlights from Our Chat with AARP and Ad Council
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with AARP and Ad Council on pursuing retirement goals in the new year!
Intro to 5 Super Safe Investments
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Are Private Schools Worth the Money They Demand?
I went to public schools for my entire life and my husband had a completely private education and we had the following discussion: are private schools worth the tens of thousan
10 Affordable Ways to Make Your Holiday Gifts Look Amazing
Don't blow your gift budget on the wrapping! These savvy alternatives are both adorable and frugal.
Frugal Tip: Do Not Spend When You Are Sad
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost fo
Are You Happy With Your Bank?
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?