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10 Tips from a Financially-Savvy Teen

A few years ago, Tamara Johnson had no savings. Today she is a college student, funding her education with scholarships and savings. Learn how she did it.

Flashback Friday: 52 Money Mistakes You Need to Stop Making

Making a few money mistakes in your 20s is fine, but these bonehead errors should really stop happening by your 30s and beyond.

Best Money Tips: Getting Credit for Your Work

Today, we share tips on making sure you receive credit where it's due, getting work done in holiday-filled December, choosing and using a babysitter, and more!

Maximizing Rewards Programs with Points.com

I don't fly or travel frequently enough to make the most of rewards points, but I still like earning them with the notion that someday I might be able to take advantage of them. [more]

5 DIY Mother's Day Gifts Moms Will Love

Bypass the boring old Mother's Day gifts and make something Mom will truly enjoy.

12 Easy Ways to Sneak More Nutrition Into Your Food

Add a few of these super healthy ingredients to your dishes. They won't affect the flavor, but they will supercharge the nutrition.

What to Do After Losing Your Social Security Card

A lost Social Security card is easy to replace. Things become a little dicier, though, if your number falls into the wrong hands.

15 Productive Ways to Reduce Stress

If lack of productivity is causing you stress, kill two birds with one stone with these stress relievers that help you get more done.

Best Money Tips: Get Fit Before Summer

Today we found some awesome articles on ways to get fit before summer, trimming your grocery bill, and effective ways to cut back on bad spending habits.

15 Fantastic Chalkboard Paint Projects

From party favors to fridge and pantry organizers, these chalkboard paint projects will spiff up your space, and help you remember what's in it!

Teaching Kids About Money: An Interview with Dr. Brad Klontz

It's time to have "the talk" with your kids. No, not that one. The one about financial responsibility.

Best Money Tips: How to Live Like a Millionaire for a Day

Today we found articles on ways to live like a millionaire for a day, how to survive long flights, and side hustles you can do with your partner.

How to Find and Hire a Virtual Assistant for Your Small Business

A virtual assistant is an administrative employee who lives and works remotely. By hiring a remote worker, you can hire from a global talent pool, and find help with more education

The Top 5 ETFs You Should Buy Now

Exchange traded funds are popular due to low cost and diversification potential. Consider adding these five funds to your IRA or 401(k).

5 Credit Card Benefits Every College Student Must Have

Students and credit cards can be a recipe for financial disaster. But when used responsibly, a credit card offers students some real benefits.

How to Hire Your First Employee

Your small business or side hustle is all grown up and in need of its first employee. Now get hiring!

Cash vs. Accrual and Why Accounting Matters for Taxes

When you're running a small business, the decision on which accounting method you're going to use makes a big difference.

Who Really Benefits From a Class-Action Settlement?

Class-action lawsuits are long, complicated legal endeavors. But does anyone really cash in?

Best Money Tips: Get Rid of Your Debt

Today we found some great articles on ways to get rid of your debt, how to avoid going from frugal to cheap, and how to choose the right investment firm.

How to Increase Sales with Online Payment Options

Not all businesses have added an online payment option. With more and more of the purchasing process taking place online, though, it's becoming an important consideration.