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Escape Your Dying Industry With One of These 8 Careers, Instead

Stuck in a dying industry? Consider switching to a job with a brighter future.

Wine Tastings: Finding Cheap Wine That You Like

There is lots of advice out there on how to save money on drinking by buying this or that wine. But forget that—everyone's tastes are different and one person's "good wine" might b

The 5 Best Fans

Staying cool in the summer heat isn't easy, it can be. Just use any of these five fans and you will always stay comfortably cool.

EpiPens and Other Ways Companies Have Profited From Your Pain

The EpiPen price hike is no special circumstance. Pharmaceutical companies are making bank on your illness, one pill at a time.

How to Improve Your Life by Becoming a Better Quitter

Nobody likes a quitter, but quitting some of what you're doing may be the best thing to do for your productivity — and your life. Learn why.

Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Spread Happiness

Today we found articles on simple ways to spread happiness, free ways to learn self-defense skills, and cleaning mistakes you didn’t realize you were making.

Can a Little Inflation Be Good?

Let me jump to the end and say right at the start that I don't think so. However, there's a serious argument being made right now among economists and economic policy makers that h

How Being Healthy Saves You Money (and Why Bad Health Habits Cost You)

You know you should have healthy habits, but they're hard to keep. But what if a healthy lifestyle could save you hundreds of dollars a year? Here's how.

My 2016 Budget Challenge: What to Do With a Totaled Car

Things took an unfortunate turn for Max — somewhat literally — on the 110 Freeway. Can she find the silver lining in her totaled set of wheels?

5 Common Tax Mistakes We Need to Stop Making

Sure, doing your taxes can be tricky! But when it comes to these five mistakes, we really, really need to stop making them.

Flashback Friday: 41 Frugal Ways to Battle a Cold or Flu

It's that time of year when everyone you know is sick with either a cold or the flu. If you catch it too, here's how to recover without breaking the bank.

I'm Eating What? 12 Gross Things in Your Food

You are what you eat. Vitamins, minerals, protein, fat… and bugs, breast implants, and viruses. Wait, what? Discover what's really in your food.

This Is How You Grill Pizza at Home

Your grill is great for ribs and dogs and burgers — and it's great for pizza, too. Try grilled pizza for a fun and delicious outdoor meal.

6 Self Help Mantras That Actually Hurt

The Internet is awash in self-help advice and "mantras." Unfortunately, a lot of it just doesn't work. Like these.

The 8 Types of Bad Bosses — And How to Survive Them

The "bad boss" turns an otherwise good job into a nightmare. But if you know how to deal, you can survive … and even thrive!

12 Back-to-School Shopping Tips for the Busy Parent

Back-to-school is already over for many of us, but if you're still shopping, here's how to save money and stay sane.

Studio Apartment Living: A 5-Point Survival Guide

Apartment living can be challenging enough, but the often-maligned studio has its own special concerns. Use these tips to make the most of your four walls.

5 Times It's OK to Pause Saving and Investing

Saving and investing is always a good idea; however, if you're facing one of these money struggles, take time to clear the crisis before you start investing again.

5 Ways to Get the Most From Your Employer’s Automated Retirement Plan

Your employer may be automating your 401(k) plan. Don't let the convenience lull you into complacency with your investments.

3 Easy Ways to Improve Your Credit Score During the Holidays

The holiday season can make a mess of your credit score. Why not make efforts to boost it instead?