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6 Investment Truths to Remember When the Stock Market Is Down
When the market goes down, your panic goes up. Keep a cool head; remember these things next time there's a market hiccup.
7 Ways to Rent An Apartment With Bad Credit
Bad or low credit makes everything hard — even renting an apartment. Here's how you can still find a place when your credit is weak.
Best Money Tips: The Downsides to Early Retirement
Today we found articles on the downsides to early retirement, clever Alexa commands you will use over and over again, and creative ways to save money this summer.
How to Turn Groceries Into Gasoline
Grocery store gas discount programs can be a great way to save money on fuel — if you shop wisely. Learn how to make the most of these discounts.
The 7 Best Conversation Starters
Why stick with the old "What do you do?" to get to know someone new? Try one of these openers at your next gathering and let us know what you think!
25 Ways to Boost Creativity
Feel like your brain is drained? Get inspired with these 25 tips for expanding your creative horizons.
Beware of These Common Debt Consolidation Traps
Debt consolidation can be a great help in eliminating debt, but it's not a cure all, and it isn't free. Here's what to watch for.
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Since 1998, the US Treasury has had a pretty good deal for small savers who were worried about inflation--the Series I Savings Bond. The interest it paid was based on inflation pl
Turn smugness into a positive virtue
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
4 Financial Lessons From "Fifty Shades of Grey"
C'mon, don't lie. You know you only read the Fifty Shades series for the scandalous... personal finance lessons.
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What is Your Top Question About Personal Finance?
Tell us your top question about personal finance and we'll enter you in a drawing to win $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!
Cheapism.com: Where Cheap is Chic
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How Parents Save Money at Costco
Raising kids isn’t cheap, but shopping at Costco can help parents cut costs on everything from infant formula to toys.
Are You Paying These 6 Unfair Banking Fees?
Fees here, fees there, banking fees everywhere. Cut the expense of banking and other financial services by shopping smart and choosing fee-free.
5 Ways to Turn Credit Card Rewards Into Real Wealth
Looking to do more with your credit card rewards or cash back? With a little effort, they can help you build real wealth.
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!
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.
The 5 Best 3D Scanners
Getting the right image to print into a 3D shape isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these 3D scanners and you'll get reliable 3D models.
Bigger Paycheck or Bigger Tax Refund — Which Should You Pick?
Usually planning your taxes for a small refund is best, but not always. Analyze your money psychology and your spending to make the right choice.
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What Does Corporate Social Responsibility Mean to You?
Tell us what corporate responsibility means to you and we'll enter you in a drawing to win $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!