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7 Money Moves That’ll Protect You During the Next Recession

The Great Recession left our finances in the lurch. These money moves will protect you if we enter another one.

8 Questions to Ask Before Buying Any Stock

Before you dive headfirst into owning a stock, do some digging on exactly where you're investing your dollars.

Bringing Water and Wheels to Africa: My Amazing Frugal Vacation

Living frugally can help us achieve other goals — such as, in one writer's case, providing water and bicycles for people in Uganda.

7 Smart Ways to Invest in Your Health

Looking for a smart place to put your money? You don't have to look far.

3 Ways to Finance a Tiny House

Tiny houses leave small footprints, but they are big trouble when it comes to finding financing. Here's where to look.

The Best Secured Card with No Foreign Transaction Fees

If you travel aboard frequently or make a lot of foreign purchases, you'll need a credit card that offers a low or no foreign transaction fee.

How Professional Award Bookers Can Get You Free Rewards Flights

Professional award bookers can save you time and money by booking your award for you.

Living Without Air-Conditioning Can Save Big Bucks This Summer

Living in 90 degree weather with over 70 percent humidity the past few days has not been easy here in rural Nebraska. Hearing others complain about it only makes it worse -- especially knowing that they probably have air-conditioning. [more]

8 Life Mistakes You Need to Stop Making By Age 40

By the time you reach your fourth decade, you should have things pretty well sorted. If not, it's still not too late to set yourself straight.

Best Money Tips: Personal Finance Tools for Lazy People

Today we found articles on personal finance tools that you can set and forget, small habits for big success, and tips for thrifty road trips.

MoMA mia! Art is on sale.

It's that time of year again. The Museum Of Modern Art is having a ridiculous clearance sale and there are a ton of great art bargains to be had. Everything from home artefacts to posters and personal accessories are up to 90% off! [more]

How to Make an Emergency Preparedness Kit

Don't put off prepping for a disaster until it's too late. It's time to get your emergency kit together, STAT.

Best Money Tips: Investing Rules You Should Know By Heart

Today we found articles on investing rules you should know by heart, the best fad diets that actually work, and smart things to do with your tax refund.

Take Control of Your Money With These 10 Free Spreadsheet Templates

There are scores of fancy apps and websites that can help you manage your money, but for some, nothing beats the elegance of a simple spreadsheet.

5 Questions to Ask Before Sending Your Child to Private School

Not sure if private school is right for your child? Get the answers to these questions before you decide.

20 More Signs That You Were Raised by Frugal Parents

Were you were raised by frugal folks? Here are 20 more tell-tale signs that frugality is in your blood.

10 Things You Should Never Do During a Job Interview

You've landed an interview — score! Now just don't blow it with one of these major job interview blunders.

7 Ways to Have a Better Day at Work

Bad days at work can lead to poor reviews or worse. But if you can turn that frown upside down, you'll be rewarded with improved productivity — and more.

Money Management in 5 Minutes a Day

Day-to-day money management doesn't need to take a ton of time. Here are some key steps and tools that'll help you create a super-efficient system.

9 Cheap Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure

Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure. Here's how to reduce yours without increasing pressure on your budget.