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You probably already save with your grocery store's loyalty program. Find out where else you can save (as much as 25%!) just by getting a loyalty card.
Recently, someone from "behind enemy lines" came forward to give us all invaluable tips on dealing with those harassing calls from telemarketers. Learn the secrets you need to know
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We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.
Everybody loves a good labor-saving, clever shortcut, right? Unless it's one of these clever shortcuts that wind up costing you more time or money — or both!
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6 Hidden Dangers of Credit Card Balance Transfers
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What Happens When Your Credit Card Debt Is Charged Off?
A “charge off” on your credit card debt doesn’t mean it’s disappearing. Take action before your credit score takes a huge hit.
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
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This Thing You Use Every Day Is Ruining Your Productivity — and It's Not Facebook
Feeling unproductive at work? Discover what the biggest time-suck is — and how to fix it.
Why Your Personal Savings Rate Matters
Banks and other big financial players measure and track lots of data about their performance. Here's one you should start tracking, too.
What is Simple Living and Why Should I Care?
With our economic situation still precarious, many people desire simple living. But what does that mean in our busy, modern culture, and how can we get there?
11 Loyalty Rewards Programs You Didn't Know Existed
You probably already save with your grocery store's loyalty program. Find out where else you can save (as much as 25%!) just by getting a loyalty card.
Sous Vide Is the Fancy Cooking Technique That Saves You Money, Too
The French know a thing or two about delicious, efficient cooking. Why not try sous vide in your own kitchen?
Save a $100,000 with a Do It Yourself Taste Test
Conduct a do it yourself taste test and save $100,000. Decide whether you prefer the generic or brand name in one afternoon sitting.
5 American Cities Where You Can Retire On Just Social Security
If Social Security is your primary post-retirement income, it may be time to move. Maybe to one of these five low-cost U.S. cities.
Secrets of Telemarketing From an Industry Insider
Recently, someone from "behind enemy lines" came forward to give us all invaluable tips on dealing with those harassing calls from telemarketers. Learn the secrets you need to know
Best Money Tips: Save Money at the Gas Pump
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Best Money Tips: The Worst Foods for Your Body
Today we found articles on the worst things you can eat, how to get more done today, and cheap ways to get excited for Halloween.
Stock a Natural Food Pantry for Less
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How Much Personal Finance Info Should You Share?
TMI doesn't just apply to your health and love life. You might not want to spill all the beans on your finances, either.
Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything
We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.
10 Popular Life Hacks That Don't Actually Work
Everybody loves a good labor-saving, clever shortcut, right? Unless it's one of these clever shortcuts that wind up costing you more time or money — or both!
Flashback Friday: 34 Ways Fitness Can Improve Your Finances
Your sweat sessions can do more than just get you in shape — they can teach you how to manage your money, too!
8 Important Reasons to Always Call In Sick When You're Sick
Don't try to power through a cold or the flu. Listen to your body and stay in bed — you and the rest of us will feel better for it.