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8 Frugal Destinations for a Dreamy Winter Getaway

Those first few flecks are wonderful, but snow gets cold and miserable fast. Escape the chill in these sunny locales that won't scorch your budget.

Throw a Swap Meet Party

Want to shop with your friends and neighbors without spending a dime? Throw a Swap Meet Party.

STOP: 10 Words to Never Use at Work

Use one of these words in the office? You may be holding yourself back without even knowing it. Or worse.

The 5 Best Electric Toothbrushes

Electric toothbrushes help you more effectively clean your teeth, which can save you hundreds in dental care. Here are our picks for the best.

Almost Half of Job Applicants Make This Same Foolish Mistake

This one silly mistake costs 50% of job applicants the job. Are you making it, too?

The 5 Best Handheld Vacuums

Clean up those little mess in a jiffy with one of these great little sucker-uppers.

10 Unexpected Things You Should Consider When Picking Where You Retire

Before you downsize and leave town for retirement, make sure where you want to live meshes with how you want to live.

5 Travel Destinations That Are Cheaper Due to a Strong U.S. Dollar

Planning an overseas trip this year? Check out these stunning destinations where your dollar will go further.

The Garden as Classroom

Our family garden produced more than just vegetables; it was a classroom for my brother and me, where we learned about everything from hard work to finances.

11 Tips and Tricks for Merging Finances

When couples get hitched, so do their separate finances. Here's how to bring the money together without ripping the marriage apart.

New Year, New Resume

Working as Cinderella in high school is memorable, but that doesn't mean it belongs on your resume. Follow these tips to get your resume ready for job hunting in 2011.

6 Ways to Put Your 2011 Payroll Tax Break to Work

Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."

8 Things You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On

Make sure you always leave enough room in your carry-on for these travel musts. Don't leave home without them!

This One Wedding Trick Will Save You Thousands

For the frugal bride and groom, winter is the right time to wed. Savings are substantial and the setting is unique and memorable.

How to Save for Retirement When You Are Unemployed

So you're out of work. That doesn't mean you have to lose track of your retirement savings.

Car Sharing for Businesses: Save Money and Go Green

Commercial car sharing can increase workplace productivity, save money, and (of course) help the environment.

America's 10 Favorite Bosses

An interesting look at America's favorite business leaders and why they have such great standing with their employees.

5 Home and Family Items to Avoid Buying Used

Generally, buying used is a smart decision. But from car seats to pet supplies, there are some items that you're always better off buying new.

Best Money Tips: How Your Busy Lifestyle Can Hurt Your Finances

Today we found articles on how being too busy can hurt your finances, ways to prevent (and recover from) identity theft, and legit ways to get free gas.

Best Money Tips: How to Make Serious Cash With Your Car

Today we found articles on ways to make serious cash with your car, how to get the most out of your slow cooker with dump meals, and techniques to stay confident under pressure.