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14 Things Insurance Agents Don't Want You to Know

What your insurance agent isn't telling you could be costing you money. Here's what you need to know to insure your wallet.

The 5 Best Back Support Devices

Keeping back pain at bay after sitting all day isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these back support devices and you'll be able to remain active without the discomfort.

The Only 5 Words You Need to Declutter Your Life

Bust your clutter with the help of these five words. Here's a hint — they all begin with the letter "R".

Take These 10 Items off Your Wedding Registry Immediately (Plus 5 to Add ASAP)

China and silverware are traditional registry items — but who ever uses it? Make your registry personal by replacing traditional with "right-for-you."

5 Ways to Yank the Leash on Pet Expenses

Pets are part of our families, but those cats, cockatiels, and Cocker Spaniels can cut into the bottom line. Learn how to budget for man's best friends.

12 Cheap Ways to Make Your Office Look Awesome

Maybe your afternoon productivity slump has nothing to do with with lunch. Perk up your working surroundings and see if you don't perk up, too.

4 Ways Breast-Feeding Saves Money

From reducing national health-care costs to kick-starting your kid's college fund, breast-feeding is fabulously frugal in more ways than you might expect.

9 Things You Need to Do Now to Prepare for Winter

Make it to spring unscathed and cheery by winterizing your home, your car, your family, and your soul.

7 Foods Scientifically Proven to Make You Smarter

Smarten up and start eating more of these delicious whole foods that are also good for your brain.

Denied a Mortgage? Here's How to Fix It Fast

Depending on why a mortgage is denied, disappointed homebuyers often still have a shot at homeownership. Find out how to go from no to yes.

9 Affordable Winter Getaways for the Family

While summer is the traditional season for family travel, winter offers plenty of opportunity, too. Book now — we've already done the research!

How to Wisely Choose Your Next Travel Destination

Looking to book your next trip? Choose your destination wisely.

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.

How to Shop: A Beginner's Guide

It might sound silly, but buying stuff can be a daunting experience — especially when you want to spend little and get a lot. Here's how to do it.

Should You Become a Landlord Instead of Selling Your Home?

With the housing market still in the dumps, many of us have become "accidental landlords." Should you join us?

Alternative Uses for Everything in Your Bathroom

From soap to combs to conditioner, the products on your bathroom shelves are more useful than you might realize. Discover alternative uses for 20 products.

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.

20 Ways to Live Large in a Small Space

Clutter piles up fast and eats up your square footage — especially if you live in a small space. Make the most of the space you have with these simple space makers.

How to Do a One-Month Spending Freeze

If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.

Why You Should Allow Yourself Splurges

Do you sacrifice things you enjoy to save as much as possible? An occasional splurge is not such a bad thing, and it might even make you a better saver.