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3 Ways Retirees Can Build Credit
When you retire, many of life's little worries melt away. Unfortunately, worrying about your credit score doesn't.
8 Dark-Side Motivations to Start Saving
If the usual motivations to save aren't working (emergencies, big purchases, your future), let your dark side guide your money.
10 Serious Health Benefits of Laughter
From improved lung function to a fitter midsection, a hearty laugh offers plenty of unexpected health benefits. No joke!
This One Ratio Is the Key to a Good Credit Score
Understanding this key credit scoring ratio may be the secret to unlocking a higher credit score. The math is simple, and so is the strategy.
10 Big Expenses You Can Easily Get Rid Of
The 80/20 rule applies to budgeting, too — 80% of your spend goes to 20% of your expenses. If you can cut those big costs, the savings are big, too.
12 Surprising Things You Should Keep in Your Fridge
No, this is not a list of 12 strange foods to keep in the refrigerator. It's a list of common non-food items that will benefit from the cold, too.
11 Ways a Professional Association Can Boost Your Career
A professional association is a great tool to make new friends, learn new things, and most importantly, boost your career.
When You Should and Shouldn't Rent
There are many great debates in the world: The chicken or the egg? John or Paul? Should you rent or not? This helps answer one of those.
5 Ways to Give Cash as a Gift
If you want to give the gift of cash and make the recipient feel like a million bucks, check out these creative ways to wrap moolah.
4 Questions You Need To Answer Before Relocating in Retirement
Relocating is a common post-career plan. But before pulling up stakes, you better find out where the road will take you.
17 Ways to Serve Potatoes on St. Patrick's Day
To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, pour yourself a pint and cook up some of these perfectly festive (and frugal!) potato dishes.
Beware of These 5 Signs You're Becoming Less Frugal
Choosing steak instead of chicken? It's easy to let go of our frugal convictions when we have a few extra dollars. Watch out for the signs!
8 Ways Rising Interest Rates Can Help Your Wallet
Interest rates may be on the rise. Here's how you can take advantage.
6 Questions to Ask Before Taking Out Student Loans
College isn't cheap and a student loan may seem inescapable. Make sure you've checked out all your options before you sign.
4 Reasons to Cut Hours, Not Wages
In the midst of the economic downturn earlier this year, I spoke with an operations manager who had received a mandate from his boss to trim payroll costs. He considered reducin
Can Reinvesting Dividends Really Save You on Taxes?
If you're reinvesting your dividends, you may be shortchanging Uncle Sam. Here's what you need to know about dividends and taxes.
How to Keep Social Media From Ruining Your Vacation
We all want to take the perfect vacation selfie, but is it really worth ruining your trip?
7 Strategies for Paying Off Debt When Living on a Variable Income
Attention, freelancers! If you live on a variable income, it's time to rethink your debt payment strategy.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money on Streaming Services
Today we found articles on ways to save on streaming services, lifestyle changes to make while you’re paying off debt, and over 200 amazing upcycling ideas.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save More at Target
Today we found some great articles on ways to save more at Target, burn calories without going to the gym, and live a more natural lifestyle.