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How to Grocery Shop for Five on $100 a Week

Learn how to get a week's worth of groceries, toiletries, and household supplies for $100.

5 Easy Ways to Take Better Care of Your Back

Back pain can make even the simplest tasks painful and difficult. Keep your back healthy and pain free with these simple health and fitness tricks.

7 Surprising Benefits of Failure

Falling on your face hurts twice if you fail to learn why you fell.

The 5 Best Surround Sound Speakers

If you're saving money by watching movies at home, make your home entertainment system extraordinary with these surround sound speakers.

Are You Spending Too Much on "Normal" Expenses?

What is normal, anyway? When it comes to your spending, these numbers show how you stack up against the average.

Best Money Tips: Easier Ways to Save on Groceries

Today we found some amazing articles on easier ways to save on groceries, tools to help pay off debt and reach goals, and ways college students waste money.

35 Bizarre Things You Can Be Taxed On

Uncle Sam always seems to have his hand out — and even expects a cut for these 35 off-the-wall things.

The 5 Best Electric Kettles

If you drink tea or French press coffee, you probably heat water every day. Do it faster and with less energy with these electric kettles.

Make Your Own Ketchup

Zingy and filled with tomato goodness, this easy-to-make ketchup can provide better flavor than the store-bought stuff.

Making Personal Finance Fun while Fighting for Financial Freedom

My story about how I went from broke, to saving without goals, to fighting for financial independence.

How to Do What Identity Theft Protection Companies Do...for FREE

Identity theft protection is a big business. We show you how to protect your identity for free.

7 DIY Tips to Winterize Your Home for Cheap

Winterizing your home doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Here are 7 DIY tips to winterize your home for almost nothing in an afternoon.

3 TV Must-Haves Once You Cut the Cable Cord

Cutting the cable cord is a great way to save money. These services and gizmos will make the snip a snap.

Why You Should Follow Google's 20% Rule

This simple idea can make you happier, wealthier, and more valuable at work.

Starting a New Job: 3 Rules to Live By

Make the transition to a new job easier by following these tips.

9 Ways to Lose the Clutter and Keep the Memories

You don't treasure all those knick-knacks — you cherish the memories they conjure. Here's how to clear the clutter and still keep what matters.

You Should Make These 11 Easy Donations Before Time Runs Out

It's the season for giving — and for grabbing a few more tax deductions. Here are some easy things to donate before the end of year.

9 Things to Know Before Retiring Abroad

The retirement of your dreams might include becoming an expat. Before you leave the U.S., it's important to know what to expect.

What to Do If You're Retiring With Debt

Debt's a burden at any age. For retirees on fixed or reduced income, it can feel especially heavy.

From $5 to $30+, Date Ideas for Every Budget

No matter what your budget is or how long you've been together, you'll find something fun (and romantic!) to do on this list of 50 cheap date ideas.