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6 Signs You Aren't Making Enough Money

Stuck in the paycheck to paycheck rut? You either need to spend less — or earn more — money.

Investing Advice by the Decade: Ages 11-20

Tweens and teens race into biological adulthood all on their own, but they won't advance to financial adulthood without some parental guidance. Here's what to teach.

7 Investments That Usually Soar During the Summer

The stock market doesn't always lag in the summertime and these seven sectors remind that it's not always wise to "go away in May."

7 Easy Photoshop Fixes for Your Family Photos

Correct common photo problems with these easy-to-follow tips.

The 10 Worst Tax Moves You Can Make

Tax time is coming up as fast as the holidays are. Have you been naughty or nice?

Modern companies as specialized venture capital firms

In the old days, companies actually produced stuff. They invented it, designed it, made it, marketed it, and sold it. Although there are still some companies like that, they'r

5 Easiest Ways to Score Free eBooks

Good news, bookworms! Your love of eBooks doesn't have to cost a thing.

Teen Wins $100,000 Scholarship From the H&R Block Budget Challenge

Learn how 17-year-old Sean Lawrence won the contest and how your family can participate in the next one.

Hey Boss, Please Don’t Bother Me, I’m Daydreaming

Long considered the sole provenance of the lazy and uninspired, the process of daydreaming may be more productive than we thought.

7 No-Fuss Wine Destinations Anyone Can Visit (and Enjoy!)

A wine tasting weekend doesn't have to be expensive and snooty. These grape growing regions offer great wine country experiences (and wine!), at a fraction of Napa's cost.

The 5 Best Shampoos for Colored Hair

Keeping your colored hair shiny and rich isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these shampoos for color-treated hair and your color will last and last.

The 5 Best Mountain Bikes

Riding through tough mountain terrain isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these mountain bikes and your ride will be endlessly fun -- and for under $350.

5 Things You Should Never Pack for Vacation

Don't let an overstuffed suitcase weigh down your happy travels. Leave these items home!

Best Money Tips: How to Prepare for the Next Recession

Today we found articles on ways to prepare for an economic downturn, tips to help you sleep on a plan like a pro, and affordable DIY kitchen upgrades that are totally worth it.

Best Money Tips: Frugal Habits You Need to Pick Up

Today we found some awesome articles on Depression-era frugal habits you should have, money mistakes to avoid in your 20s, and budget travel tips.

Get a Bigger Refund With These Often-Overlooked Tax Deductions

April 15 is right around the corner — are you claiming all the deductions you're entitled to? Find out with this collection of sometimes missed deductions.

Rich People Spend $350K+ to Park Their Cars — Here's How We'd Spend it Instead

Would you pay for $350,000 parking? We sure hope not, when you could make these much smarter money moves instead

Switch to a Better Bank in 5 Easy Steps

You're not really happy with your bank, but switching is such a pain. Make it easy with this simple plan.

Financial Freedom and Using Passion to Budget

If we are undirected, we are susceptible to all the external forces of consumerism around us, and whamo, we’re a full-on rat in the race, wondering when the wheel will st

Do These 5 Car Maintenance Tasks and Keep Your Car on the Road Forever

Keep your car longer with these simple preventative measures — some of which you can even do yourself!