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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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Maximize Your Car's Efficiency With 'Hypermiling'
'Hypermiling,' a set of driving techniques for maximizing a car's fuel efficiency, received a lot of attention this summer. However, the idea of driving 50 mph, rolling
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6 Times You Should Never Take a Loan
You need money fast. Or do you? A loan should never be taken lightly and if you're buying something frivolous, or your credit is poor, reconsider.
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We've all heard people say "time is money." But believe it or not, time is worth so much more.
Life Without Toiletpaper - Bum Deal?
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These credit cards will get you upgraded hotel status so you're treated like a VIP when you get there.
DIY Shampoo: The Baking Soda Experiment
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Why Our Brains Want to Buy New Stuff, Even When We Don't Need It
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12 Money-Saving Tricks to Know Before Buying an Engagement Ring
Impress the love of your life with a beautiful symbol of your devotion — while saving some green in the process.
The 5 Best Detangling Sprays
A detangling spray leaves hair easy to brush, which means keeping it manageable and healthy is no chore. These five bests are all good choices.
How to Split Food Expenses With a Significant Other
One of the bread-and-butter issues couples have to figure out when moving in together? Who pays for the bread and butter.
10 Little Things to Do Before a Job Interview That Can Make a Big Impact
The little things count, especially during a job interview. These are interview-busting details you don't want to overlook.
31 Delicious, Cheap Recipes That Use Up Your Herb Garden
Fresh, home-grown herbs are delicious and frugal — but can often go to waste. Use up your garden's bounty in these tasty cookies, cocktails, and more!
4 Cheap and Easy Homemade Mosquito Repellents
When summer hits, the mosquitoes start swarming. Here are several easy, cheap, and chemical-free recipes for making homemade mosquito repellent.