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There are countless products out there that help job seekers format and lay out resumes to look beautiful and readable on paper. I believe that the appearance of a resume is defini
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Last Minute Wrapping Paper: 5 Options
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If your to-do list is long on tasks and short on check-marks, up the power of everybody's favorite productivity tool with a few simple tweaks.
Writing Your Own Business Plan: Thrifty or Foolish?
Are you really saving money by writing your business plan yourself?
Want to Cut Costs? Get Yourself a Frugal Filter (or Two)
If you follow this simple process, you'll be happier with your financial choices — and your life.
Top 6 Reasons Why Using Cash-Only Rocks
While I am a cash-only person by circumstance (paid off the credit cards and never reopened accounts), I am so grateful that I live in a cash world.
How to Get Through the Airport Faster
Too often the worst part of travel is navigating the airport. Get through it quickly and easily with this collection of tips and advice.
9 Ways Life Is Wonderful When You're a Good Driver
You may be surprised to know that good driving skills make your life better in many ways.
What Happens to Your Debt After You Die?
Add debt to the short list of life's certainties (alongside death and taxes). Since you can't take it with you, where does it go?
Why You Need a Plain Text Resume to Apply for Jobs Online
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The First Thing You Need to Work on If You Want a Better Relationship
Science shows that good partnerships are correlated with overall happiness, and working on this one thing can make your relationship even better.
31 Reasons Why I'm in Love With Thrift Shopping (and You Should Be Too)
Oh thrift store, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways!
FICO or FAKO: Are Free Credit Scores From Credit Cards the Real Thing?
Your credit card provider might offer your credit score —for free! — every month. Here's what you need to know about that complimentary number.
The Surprisingly Frugal Lifestyles of 12 Famous Superheroes
Sure Batman and Iron Man may be among the world's wealthiest, but that's not true for many superheroes. Here's how the frugal superheroes get by.
Build Your Own Furniture: 9 Helpful Tips For Non-Carpenters
It might seem intimidating, but it's totally possible for you to make your own furniture, even if you've barely wielded a hammer before. Learn how.
STOP! 10 Work Email Mistakes You May Be Making
Email has transformed how we work. That is, it has if you can avoid making any of these dumb email mistakes.
Why You Need to Say Less (and How to Do It)
Brevity is the soul of wit — and the soul of clear, easily understood communication. Learn how to say less and communicate more.
13 Ways to Make Money Online That Aren't Scams
There's no shortage of Internet "jobs" scams, but there are legit side gigs, too. Fatten your wallet with these online extra income opportunities.
14 Pricey Things You Shouldn't Buy (And What to Get Instead)
If you've got caviar tastes and a fishstick budget, buy domestic. That and 13 other great cheap alternatives on the other side of the click.
What to Do If You Have a Tax Lien On Your House
Unpaid taxes can leave you with a lien on your home. Don't let this problem linger.
8 Giveaways That People Were Just Talking About You
Our ears aren't actually very reliable when it comes to sensing gossip and busybodies. Here's what to look for instead of toasty earlobes.