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Cheap Oil is Hurting These People -- Will It Hurt You, Too?

The oil bust has resulted in cheap gas for most of us. But for some of us with jobs dependent on oil, the bust is beginning to exact a terrible toll.

The 5 Best Home Security Systems

Keeping your home safe and secure isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these home security systems and you'll rest easy knowing your castle is protected

How to Sign Up for Health Care in 2018

Open enrollment to buy health insurance through the ACA starts on November 1. Here's what you need to know this year.

Can You Survive a Double Dip Recession?

Five questions you should be asking before the double dip arrives.

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Say Cheese: How to Look Great in Photos

Make sure every photo gets your good side with these tips for looking your best in pictures.

Best Money Tips: Save on Baby Clothes

Today we found some awesome articles on saving on baby clothes, saving money on eyeglasses, and the most hated fees and price bumps.

8 Easy Home Maintenance To-Dos for Spring

Spring is in the air and that means home repair. Welcome the warmer days with these must-do maintenance projects.

10 Ways to Make Meeting New People Fun and Easy

Meeting new people can be nerve-wracking. Get social with confidence with some surefire ice-breakers and meet and greet basics.

12 New Ways to Use Fresh Herbs in the Kitchen

Don't let your herb garden go to seed. Learn how to use and store your bounty all summer long — and beyond.

Best Money Tips: Amateur Investing Mistakes You Can Avoid

Today we found some great articles on beginner investing mistakes you can avoid, reasons why being cheap is bad, and frugal ways to relax on a stressful day.

Best Money Tips: Buy Organic on a Budget

Today we found some awesome articles on ways to buy organic produce and meat on a budget, recovering from debt, and reasons to use a travel agent.

The 5 Best Sunscreens

Sunlight is great for mind, body, and spirit, but it's pretty tough on the skin. Get the benefits with less harm with one of these five best sunscreens.

How to Avoid Foreclosure

What would you do if you were about to lose your home? What would you be willing to do to keep it? Is it even possible to keep it once you've missed a few payments? [more]

Great Summer Jobs for Kids and Adults

Whether you're still a wee one or you're already an adult with a career, there are lots of great ways to make extra money in the summer.

Best Money Tips: Best Gifts for College Grads

Today we found some awesome articles on the best gifts for college grads, budget-friendly room revamps, and financial rules that work and don't work.

Best Money Tips: 7 Common Cleaning Mistakes

Today we found some great articles on cleaning mistakes that almost everyone makes, tips for gym newbies, and money saving mistakes to avoid.

4 Money Moves to Make After You Pay Off Your Mortgage

You own your home free and clear; congrats! Once you're done celebrating, it's time to make some smart post-mortgage money moves.

When Avoiding Debt Is the Losing Strategy

It's almost always a good idea to stay out of debt. But sometimes, refusing to take on debt could hurt you in the long run.

Best Money Tips: Pay Off Student Loans Now

Today we found some fantastic articles on paying off student loans, personalizing your office space, and questions to ask before you quit your job.