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Borrowing from Friends: The Friendship Killer
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Where to Find Free or Cheap Yoga Classes
Yoga classes have a reputation for being expensive, but they don’t have to be. Learn how to find budget-friendly yoga in your community.
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There's more to fabric softeners than springtime freshness and fluffy teddy bears — your product might have some nasty chemicals hiding inside.
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Save money with these simple homemade stain removers.
The Pros and Cons of Keeping All Your Accounts in One Bank
Are your money accounts all under one roof, or scattered near and far? There are pros and cons to both banking styles.
How Much Money Do You Need in Savings When Applying for a Mortgage?
You've saved up the down payment and closing costs for a new house. But do you have enough cash reserves to get the green light from your lender?
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You can choose how you want to live. If you choose to live simply, you gain a certain kind of freedom. In particular, you're free to choose to do the work that's the most satisfy
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Skip the transition from winter to spring by fast-forwarding to warm summer days via a can of sweet and delicious peaches.
Turn Off Your Air Conditioning
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4 Ways to Negotiate Credit Card Debt
Here's a secret not enough of us know: Everything is negotiable — even your credit card debt.
7 College Courses That Will Boost Your Career
If you want to kick-start a career, you'll need skills. These college elective courses will make you smarter — and more hirable.
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Hosting a cocktail party can get expensive fast, especially if you want to throw a shindig with a lot of swank. Learn how you can be frugal AND elegant.
How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Selling Your Life Insurance Policy for Cold, Hard Cash
Would you sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum, knowing that someone else now profits from your death?
Should You Get Life Insurance for Your Kids?
Life insurance for kids isn't just a sales gimmick. Here's what to consider before taking out a policy.
21 great uses for beer
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6 Common Debt Reduction Roadblocks — And How to Beat Them
Excuses are the enemy of debt reduction. Don't let yourself get stopped by one of these repayment roadblocks.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
5 Alternative Housing Options You Can Afford
You don't have to live in a van by the river to cut your housing costs dramatically — instead, consider some nontraditional abodes, like these.
8 Reasons Time Is Worth More Than Money
We've all heard people say "time is money." But believe it or not, time is worth so much more.