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7 Things Successful Millennials Do
Today's twenty-somethings face their own set of financial and career challenges, but the path to success has been the same for generations.
6 Attitudes That Breed Financial Failure
Can changing our minds about money change our fortunes? Yup. Here are six ideas about finances that you might want to ditch.
Best Money Tips: Change Your Life With a Proactive Bucket List
Today we found some great articles on why you need a proactive bucket list, how to naturally colorfast your clothes, and affordable gadgets for fitness lovers.
Cow Appreciation Day!
Are you just itching to pull out that cow costume? Or have you ever wanted to dress like a cow and get rewarded for it? Then, Friday, July 13th might just be your day! Chick-Fil
What's Faster for Mortgage Payoff: $100/Month Extra or 1 Payment/Year Extra?
Is it better to pay $100 per month extra on your mortgage or make an extra payment at the end of each year? It depends on your loan balance and interest rate.
The false goal of maximizing investment returns
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16 Smart Uses for Mason Jars
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Best Money Tips: How to Cook Dinner in Your Dishwasher
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10 Money Lessons Your Kids Can Learn While They Travel
Just because you're on vacation doesn't mean your kids can't learn valuable lessons about money.
How to Entertain Your Grandkids Without Going Broke
Keeping the grandkids entertained doesn't require the latest game system and a bucket of cash. You can do it for next to nothing… and they'll love it.
Finding joy in temporary frugality
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10 Pointless Fees That Are Sabotaging Your Budget
Just because you have been paying that fee doesn't mean you need to keep on paying it.
Don't Let Your Bank Pick Your Homeowner's Insurance
If you let your home insurance lapse, your bank can force you to pay insurance that can cost 5 to 10 times as much. Learn how to avoid this predicament.
5 Common Habits of Retirement-Savvy Savers
Saving for retirement doesn't have to be hard. Follow in the footsteps of the savviest savers, and you'll be well on your way.
A Google employee perk we can all get free
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Are Starter Homes Still a Thing?
Starter homes used to be the norm. But in today's housing market, you might not need those homeowner training wheels.
Here's How Billionaires Are Preparing for the End of the World
If you're rich enough, you can live out the end of the world in true luxury.
Doubling Your Money with the Rule of 72
Did you ever wonder how financial professionals can so quickly mentally calculate how much money you’ll have in 30 years based on an investment return? Seems like magic, huh? Well,