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Americans are known to be big spenders. Here's how our spending habits stack up with the rest of the world.
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6 Valid Reasons Not to Contribute to Your 401(k)
Depending on your situation and your goals, opting out of your 401(k) plan can be a smart financial decision.
Seven Ways to be the Life of Every Party
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Laddering for higher, more stable returns
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The 5 Best Lip Glosses
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Does living frugally hurt the economy?
When I advocate for frugal living, people sometimes ask, "What if everybody lived like that? Wouldn't it hurt the economy?" My natural inclination toward frugal liv
Why You Should Never Buy Souvenirs
Souvenirs are a nightmare for the frugal traveler. From high markups to exploitative labor, souvenirs are a lousy way to bring travel memories home.
Smart New Uses for These 14 Kitchen Gadgets
Oh, you thought that coffee maker was just for your morning cup of joe? It can also make hot dogs, steamed veggies, and lots more!
Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Dine Out?
Tell us how often you dine out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The 9 Easiest Food Budget Wins
Let's face it — a grocery budget is easy to blow. But with these easy budget tips, you'll be a frugal foodie in no time.
Best Money Tips: How to Make Better Decisions
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USAA Cash Rewards American Express Credit Card Review
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Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Vegetable Garden?
Tell us whether you have a vegetable garden and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Books on Uncle Sam's Shelf
I get free books in the mail every year. I don't have to review them, pay postage or do anything else with them. Uncle Sam sends them to me because I ask for them. These publicatio
7 Frequent Flyer Rules to Go Farther on Fewer Miles
Travel reward points and miles are like dollars — you work hard to earn them, and you should spend them wisely. Learn how.
Ask the Readers: Where Would You Like to Retire?
Tell us where you would like to retire and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Sell Your Skills as an Older Worker
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Best Credit Cards for Bad Credit
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