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Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Drinking

Don't drink away your savings. You might be surprised what the average American spends covering that bar tab each year.

When searching for the perfect new home, make sure the location is perfect, too.

You have equity in your home, and you need to borrow money. Should you turn to a HELOC or a home equity loan?

Private lenders have begun to enter the student loan consolidation market in a big way. Maybe it's time to drop Sallie Mae.

Hiring pros to tackle your biggest home improvement projects is unavoidable. What is avoidable is paying exactly what they ask.

Rent versus buy is an age-old housing conundrum. Make the decision easy with some math that's easy to figure.

Think you can save a few bucks by skipping a home inspection? Think again.

Tell us about how you save on summer parties and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Even great parents make mistakes. Rest assured you aren't alone in these seven common mom and dad mess-ups.

Buying a pre-owned vehicle comes with its own set of challenges — like making sure you don't buy someone else's headache.

Those drafty windows and ancient appliances are costing you, big time. This is one audit you'll be happy to endure.

If you'd like to make some home improvements now and recoup those costs when you sell, these are the 10 renovations that earn the best return.

Is it finally time to cut the cord? Find out the latest on free and legal video streaming services and see for yourself.

If late loan payments have snowballed into default, don't panic. It's time to dust yourself off and get back on track.

Home is where the heart is — and it has a history all its own. Here's how you can learn all about your new abode.

What is your most longed-for financial wish? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!

Getting fired is devastating — but you really can bounce back. Polish up your image, keep your chin up, and land your next job fast.

Every little bit adds up — and faster than you think! If you can't afford large savings contributions, try these microsaving tools instead.

When your latest financial emergency is that you can't afford an emergency, it's time to start building that safety net — quickly!

Tell us about your tips for healthy eating and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!