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25 Ways to Slow Down and Actually Appreciate the Holidays

The pressure is on from now to the end of the year, but it doesn't have to be. Revise your holiday wishes and try these tricks to make the season a celebration instead of a grind.

15 Things You Should Do Today to Prepare for a Pandemic Flu

For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either

How to Recycle your Clothes, Shoes, Electronics, and More

We have so much STUFF. Cell phones that don’t work any more. Batteries that won’t charge any more. Shoes that have holes in them. The list goes on. We don’t want to throw this old

14 Great Dishes You Can Make in the Microwave

Your microwave really can do more than pop popcorn and nuke leftovers. Challenge your appliance with these delicious, easy, and (of course) quick recipes.

10 Hidden Costs & Rules of Pet Ownership

Here's what adoption agencies and pet shops don't tell you about your future pet. Find out these hidden rules & costs of owning pets before you bring home your furry friend.

Avoid Bank Fees

How do you avoid bank fees? Read the stuff from your bank and understand what services are free and what services aren't.

6 Health Insurance Benefits You're Probably Not Using

It's a safe bet your health insurance provider offers some pretty sweet benefits. And chances are, you aren't using them.

It's 10 pm: Do You Know Where Your Net Worth Is?

We know we shouldn't compare our finances with our neighbors, but…we all want to. So how do you rank versus your neighbors in terms of net worth?

Ask the Readers: Is Valentine's Day Too Commercial? (Chance to win $20!)

Where do you stand on the V-day debate? Are you just happy to finally get a chance to do something sweet? Do you already spend enough time with your significant other (and therefo

IKEA Survival Guide

IKEA is a great place to buy furniture with style that doesn't cost a ton of money. But the store is notorious for sucking away hours of your time and patience. Here are five ha

How to Save 44% or More At Select Priority Club Hotels

Every few months Priority Clubs designates certain hotels as PointBreaks locations.  These hotel offerings are extremely limited and available at a special points discou

$4,000, $8,000, or Even $453,500 in 5 Years: A Low-Risk Investment Plan

If you're saving for a new car or a down payment on a house, you can boost your return in the short-term with little risk.

Is Your Partner Financially Unfaithful? (1 in 3 Are)

One in three partners in a committed financial relationship has been deceived by their partner about money. Why do partners lie about spending and what can you do about it?

15 Rookie Mistakes New Bosses Make

You did it: You're the boss. The big cheese. Numero uno. However, don't get too comfy and make these rookie mistakes.

Top 5 Online Resources for the Design Impaired

At our newest My Life Scoop article, we gathered the top websites to help you become more skilled in your design efforts, and we preview two of them here!

The Secret to Getting Great Hotel Rates Anytime

For almost every destination there's a right time for discounts and a wrong time. Book at the right time, and save big.

Things Don't Cost What They Used To: 10 Major Price Shifts in 2010

From corn to gold, these 10 common goods and commodities had major price changes in 2010 — and may continue to shift in 2011.

3 Reasons Why Buying Groceries Online Is Great

You don't just save time by ordering your groceries online; you can actually save more money than you would shopping in-store. Really.

Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Families

Save when you travel with your family using these rewards credit cards.

8 Items You Should Never Buy Online

Just because you can buy absolutely anything online doesn't mean you should.