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Your Car Was Recalled. Now What?

A car recall can be scary. Here's what to do if that letter comes in the mail.

19 Ways to Reuse Old Towels

Towels ready for the trash? Think again! From easy household helpers to sew-and-go fashions, these projects will give new life to your old terrycloth.

Tips For Using Hotel Reward Points to Get the Most Value

Make sure you're getting the most value when redeeming your hotel reward points.

8 Ways College Students Can Save Money Before Class Starts

Tuition is costly enough — don't let other college costs ruin your budget. Skip pricey extras — not classes — and save both grades and money.

7 Things That Affect Your Car Insurance Rates

Is your ride costing you big-time in auto insurance premiums? These surprising factors may be to blame.

What Hurricane Maria Taught My Family About Life, Money, and Community

How do you live without electricity, running water, or reliable communication? You learn how to make use of what you have.

How to Make Money Like the Guys on "American Pickers"

Fascinated by Mike and Frank's adventures finding and reselling items? Amazed at their profits? Learn a few rules of the picking road, and give it a try.

Save Big at These 4 Discount Supermarkets

Skip the major markets and check out one of these discount grocers instead — you might slash your food bill in half!

Healthy, frugal eating

Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts.  First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich.  Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi

Investment Advice You Should Never Hear From Your Financial Advisor

Choosing a financial advisor you can trust is hard. Narrow the field by eliminating any advisor who offers you any of this "advice."

The 7 Laws of Negotiation

Over the past couple of decades, I’ve distilled successful negotiating down to seven key principles.

Don't Get Taken by the Latest Secure Credit Card Scam

A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.

Didn't Get the Raise? Ask for This, Instead

When you get turned down for a raise, hope is not lost. There are other things your employer may be willing to give up, instead.

Comparing Savings Rates: U.S. vs Japan

The savings rate in the United States has increased significantly over the last few months, clearly as a response to our current economic climate. But how does our historical savin

8 Secrets to a Higher Car Trade-In Value

First? Get the gum out of the floor mats.

8 Creative Ways to Make Money on Super Bowl Sunday

This year on Super Bowl Sunday skip the chips and dip. These moneymaking plays will fill your wallet with green — and we're not talking guacamole.

Travel and Money: Carrying Decoy Wallets

Here’s a technique for protecting your cash — and your identity — from being stolen in one fell swoop when you're traveling.

The World's 4 Biggest Credit Card Scams

Credit card scammers never rest. Learn about four of the most notorious credit card scams — and what you can do to protect you and your credit.

The 5 Best Waterproof Phone Cases

Keeping your phone dry at all times isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these waterproof phone cases and your phone will be able to brave all the elements.

How to Keep Your Pets Cool During a Heat Wave

The dog days of summer are here. Here's how to keep your fur buddies cool.