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If you can resist the urge to have the latest console and games, there are lots of terrific video games available at terrific discounts — online and off. Here's where to look.
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Before you sign up for another monthly payment, make sure that membership is worth it.
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If you follow this simple process, you'll be happier with your financial choices — and your life.
How to Get Your Finances Back on Track After Losing Everything
Money setbacks happen. Even when it feels like you've lost everything, you can rebuild.
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You're never going to get more hours in the day, but with discipline, you can manage your time more efficiently.
The 5 Best Pressed Powders
Keeping your makeup fresh all day long isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these pressed powders and you will always look your best.
Can I Eat This? A Quick Guide to Expiration Dates and Food Safety
Food waste costs consumers billions every year, and the culprit is confusion about expiration dates. Find out what you can still eat, no matter what the carton says.
Opting out of the money economy
It's a quirk of mine that I've always found the idea of opting out of the money economy to be interesting.
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John C. Bogle's The Little Book of Common Sense Investing will help you earn a maximum long-term investment return with the least effort possible.
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Food Delivery Apps?
Tell us whether you use food delivery apps and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
4 Financial Reasons to Keep Your Political Views Private
These days, sharing political views is as easy as hitting "Enter." But the aftermath can be much greater than a heated debate.
8 Cheap Ways to Play Video Games
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10 Things You Need to Know Before Taking Out a Personal Loan
There are plenty of reasons to consider taking a personal loan. But before you do, you need to consider some important factors.