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4 Times a Handwritten Letter Can Save You Big Bucks

Don't ditch your stationery and penmanship skills just yet. They could save you real money.

Here are the results of my exploration to remove scratches from my CDs and DVDs, complete with my own experience with each remedy.

The premise is simple: Create small budgets. Set savings goals. Achieve financial freedom.

When was the last time you gave your mortgage lender a ring? If it's been a few years, you could be throwing money out the window.

Placing a fraud alert on your credit report is an easy (and free!) way to protect yourself from identity theft. But there's a catch.

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

You know your credit score can fluctuate. But you should also know what causes this — and how you can use it to your advantage.

Warren Buffett says that 100 years from now, the DJIA will be "over 1 million." Is he out of his mind?

Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.

The sharing economy has given us easy ways to make serious side cash. Just don't forget to set aside some for Uncle Sam!

This is my story of shock, anger, and finally disgust at the practices of netSpend.

Don't let these myths prevent you from getting an IRA — the most important savings account you may ever have.

Some say that homeownership is the smarter financial move, but for many folks, renting is just the better call.

College is a time to discover your passions, goals, and aspirations. It's also a time to start building strong credit.

If only you knew! Real estate agents everywhere want you clued in to these basic home-buying and selling facts.

If you have the home equity to spare, you can borrow against it. Just be sure you're using the loan for something smart.

Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.

FOMO can prompt us to make a lot of questionable decisions. Get your envy in check and regain control of your life — and your money.

A costly emergency has sprung up. The only problem? You have a second emergency — no money to cover it. Here's where to find funds fast.

I came. I saw. I conquered Las Vegas without losing my shirt. Success.