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Calling all thin-prejudiced clothing merchants: Plus-size customers are begging you to make better clothes. Here are 15 reasons why shopping for plus-size clothing is a nightmare.
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Why You Should Use a Personal Loan to Pay Down Debt
This might seem like surprising financial advice, but you should consider paying off debt with a personal loan.
Decorating a Living Room for You and Your Money
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4 Steps to Simplify Car Shopping in the New Year
Before you head to the dealer for a new car this year, make sure you have your finances in order.
5 Downsides of a Reverse Mortgage
A reverse mortgage may sound like a good plan in retirement, but beware — these loans are not without their drawbacks.
10 Negotiation Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Deal
From small buys to major life purchases, negotiation can make or break the deal. Win your next haggle-sesh by avoiding these common mistakes.
DIY Bedbug Detector Is Cheap and Effective and Full of Science
If you suspect you may have bedbugs, but aren’t sure how to test for them, try this DIY bedbug detector before calling in the bug sniffing dogs.
5 Steps to Take If You're House Poor
The housing crash and recession have left many of us feeling house poor. The first step in getting out is understanding how deep we're in.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Holiday Shortcuts?
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15 Reasons Plus-Size Shopping Sucks
Calling all thin-prejudiced clothing merchants: Plus-size customers are begging you to make better clothes. Here are 15 reasons why shopping for plus-size clothing is a nightmare.
21 Things That Young Adults Absolutely Need to Know About Money
While most colleges and universities offer personal finance courses, only a fraction of students sign up for them. It's time for a cram session.
New Breadwinner in the Household: How Does This Affect Life Insurance?
When your family's income changes, it's important to reexamine your life insurance coverage. Here's what you need to know.
14 Frugal Ways to Meet and Stay in Touch With People Around the World
Broaden your horizons, learn new languages and meet fascinating people with these fun activities.
Five quick and simple scams that could happen to you today
A US version of the UK show The Real Hustle has been trying out some very simple but effective cons on the American public, and they’re getting away with some serious money. Watch,
11 Ways to Avoid Bank Fees While Traveling
Bank fees can put a serious damper on your travel budget. Put an end to them with these simple tips.
50 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself Right Now
We all feel down sometimes. Break out of that rut with these 50 strategies for feeling better fast!
How to Move From Being Busy to Actually Getting Things Done
Being busy feels good — but it's not the same as being productive. Here's how to slow the pace and still get more done.
6 Hidden Dangers of Credit Card Balance Transfers
We're advocates of credit balance transfers as part of a debt reduction plan, but that doesn't mean the strategy is risk-free. Here's what to watch out for.
Job Hunting Tips for the Recently Fired (and Some for the Rest of Us, Too)
Job hunting is hard, but for those who have been fired, it's a real struggle. Here's how to put the past behind and move on with a new gig.
How Much Personal Finance Info Should You Share?
TMI doesn't just apply to your health and love life. You might not want to spill all the beans on your finances, either.
10 Popular Life Hacks That Don't Actually Work
Everybody loves a good labor-saving, clever shortcut, right? Unless it's one of these clever shortcuts that wind up costing you more time or money — or both!