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Beware These 6 Phony IRS Calls and Emails

No one particularly likes hearing from the IRS, but we bet you'd enjoy hearing from these tax scammers even less.

The Audacity to Waste Money for Better Finances

Sometimes, what seems like a waste of money might actually be one of the best ways you can spend your cash.

6 Credit Card Mistakes That Could Be Ruining Your Credit

Your credit score is vital to your financial health. Don't let these common credit card errors tank it.

Want Your Investments to Do Better? Stop Watching the News

If you want to be a better investor, consider stepping away from the market "news."

How to Avoid Getting Fleeced at Hotels

Maximize the comfort and value of your next hotel stay by avoiding these hidden charges, surprise fees, and other value-sucking vampires.

7 Ways to Sweat Less This Summer

This summer is going to be a hot one! You may not be able to beat the heat, but you can deflect the sweat.

Eat Like a King: Menus and Recipes for Royalty

You may not be royalty, but that doesn't mean you can't eat like a future king with these meal plans and recipes from five celebrated chefs.

7 Summery Ways to Protect Your Skin

There are more options than sunblock to keep your skin safe in the summer sun. Follow these simple guidelines to stay happy, healthy, and undamaged.

How to Keep Food Waste From Spoiling Your Budget

If you're looking to cut your grocery budget, pay attention to how much money you're taking out with the trash.

7 Podcasts for Foodies

Love podcasts? Love food? Put those two passions together and enjoy these delectable foodie podcasts — you can even listen while dining!

7 Ways to Travel More in Retirement

You're officially a retiree! Now that you can see the world, here's how to do it right.

7 Roadblocks to Retirement (And How to Clear Them)

Looking forward to the day when you can stop working and start living the easy life? If you're not careful with your money, that day may never come.

10 Basic Manners You Must Teach Your Kids

No, etiquette is not dead! Help your little ones get ahead by teaching them these basic manners.

5 Questions Your Financial Adviser Should Ask You

When you're looking for a good financial adviser, you shouldn't be on the only one asking the pressing questions.

Why Inflation Isn't as Bad as You Think

Worrying about something like inflation doesn't help make it better — plus, there might not be as much to fret about as you thought. Learn why.

Best Money Tips: How to Love Cooking

Today we found some awesome articles on how to love cooking, the best gym membership deals, and money mistakes you should avoid in college.

Lifestyle Upgrades: Beware the Diderot Effect

Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.

The scams and cons that could clean you out.

Scam artists can sneak up on your when you least expect it. Arm yourself (and your money) from these potential pickpockets.

Pet Peeves Part 3: Vet Visits

My animals are a pricey bunch. Cute, and sweet, but medically challenged. [more]

The Best Secured Credit Cards with Low APRs

Secured credit cards aren't known for their low APRs, but here are five with the lowest.