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6 Bulletproof Ways to Cut Your Budget

These easy budget-slashing techniques will help you save more and happily live below your means.

How and Why I Held Onto a Tanking Stock — And What Happened Next

One investor takes a chance on a growth stock just before the price falls. Learn how she rationalized her decision — and whether it was a mistake.

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5 More Everyday Words That Are Making You Look Stupid

Punch up your status by avoiding this collection of all-too-common words and phrases that make you look like a dunce.

Stay in School until the Job Market Improves?

For decades it's been a common strategy that's worked out pretty well. This time, it's not looking like such a good idea.

Best Money Tips: Save on Event Tickets

Today we found some great articles on saving on event tickets, household items with unique uses, and ways you can save money right now.

9 Business Lessons from the Roadside Stand

It's a vegetable stand parked in a wide spot on the road. How business savvy can its owners be?

How to Stop Worrying

Worrying is a natural response to stress, but not a productive one. Learn how to deal with worry and free your mind to tackle bigger problems.

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When Good Food Goes Bad

Your wilted lettuce has a greater destiny than the trash. Here's a quick-fix recipe to the rescue!

Best Money Tips: Money Myths That Are Holding You Back

Today we found some great articles on money myths that are holding back your finances, tips for visiting national parks on a budget, and ways to cool off right now.

Do You Really Want to Be Rich?

Many people dream of being rich, but few of us are willing to take the steps to get there — or we take the wrong ones. Here's a better plan.

10 Signs You're No Longer a Personal Finance Rookie

Are you still trying to get ahead of the personal finance game? Well, you may be doing a whole lot better than you think.

Common Money-Saving Mistakes That Can Cost Big Bucks

Some common efforts to save actually result in wasting money. Think twice and avoid these common pitfalls.

10 Keys to Great Management, learned from an inner-city mission worker

When my family and I volunteered at an inner-city agency, I thought I would learn about showing compassion, embracing diversity, and being grateful. The last thing I thought I woul

Best Money Tips: Reasons Why You're Broke and How to Fix Them

Today we found some great articles on reasons why you’re broke, simple ways to reduce utility bills, and small changes to make to your retirement planning that get big results.

8 Things to Never Do When Traveling Alone

Traveling solo is a great way to experience the world, but it's not with risk. Learn some common sense precautions before you venture out alone.

Canadians are Getting Fleeced by Their Own Dollar

The buck stops here. For the first time in over three decades, the Canadian Dollar has surpassed the U.S. Dollar. And by the end of this year, predictions are that

Best Money Tips: Time-Saving Secrets of Laid-Back Cooks

Today we found time-saving secrets of laid-back cooks, over 25 ways to decorate pumpkins without carving, and the most affordable Caribbean vacation destinations.

Variable prices, and what economists like about them

From the buyer's point of view, a "market price" is great. This is not only because he or she doesn't have to get a bunch of prices quotes to avoid being cheated