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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
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As much as I enjoy cooking, I hate doing more work than I have to. I’ve made a point to start making dishes that easily become something else for the next meal (or two or three). I
6 Reasons to Love Your Bank
Banks (especially big banks) tend to be vilified in the media. But there are some very good reasons to be thankful we have them.
4 Sensible Ways to Raise Cash for a Wedding
Weddings are expensive; there's no getting around it. But you can raise enough cash to make your dream wedding a reality without going deep into debt.
Best Money Tips: Balance Multiple Jobs Without Losing Your Mind
Today we found some great articles on balancing multiple jobs, better ways to invest your tax refund money, and saving on your home entertainment system upgrade.
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Last week I saw several reports about a sharp jump in people running out of gas on the highway. The stories attributed the increase to high gas prices, suggesting that people who
Get Up and Get Out: How to Find Cheap Local Events
Whether you're in a city or a small town, chances are that fun and cheap local events are happening all around. Here's how to find them.
Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Hired a Financial Planner?
Tell us whether you have ever hired a financial planner and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Discount Luxury: Save 50% or More on 5 Fabulous Substitutions
Living on a budget doesn't mean living like a monk. Check out these creative and affordable alternatives to some of life's luxuries.
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13 Smart Garage Sale Bargain Hunting Tricks
Garage sales can be full of amazing finds — and you'll bring home more of them if you come armed with these bargain hunting tricks.
6 Frugal Ways to Beat Cabin Fever
One nice day can throw your senses into a tizzy after spending the last several months couped up in the house or bundled up in layered clothing. Struggling through cabin fever can
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401K or IRA? You Need Both
You know you should have either a 401K or an IRA. Have you considered you might need both?
10 Surprisingly Dangerous Things You Have in Your Home
Your home is your haven, the place you and your family seek refuge from the outside world. Make it safer by eliminating these hidden household dangers.
6 Basics You Must Know Before You Start Investing
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Should You Pay Your Mortgage Off Early?
Owning your home outright is a huge achievement. Weigh these options first, though, before tackling your mortgage early.
How to Protect Yourself From an Investment Scam
That guy in an Internet chatroom with a hot stock tip probably isn't really a Wall Street insider with time to spare. Just saying.
Do You Practice Math When You Leave a Tip?
What kind of tipper are you? Learn about different tipping styles, and see where you fit in.