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5 Reasons to Ignore the January Effect

Discover why some analysts think you should buy stocks now...and why you should ignore them.

Get Out of Debt Faster With the "Debt Snowflake"

Every dollar counts during debt repayment. Finding small savings or windfalls to put toward your debt can help you pay off your balances faster.

Why Getting Out of Debt is Like Running a Marathon

A few years ago, I ran a marathon. And while it taught me a lot about exercise, it might have taught me even more about money.

Best Money Tips: Avoid These Spring Savings Traps

Today we found articles on spring saving traps to avoid, tips for shopping farmers markets, and items in your medicine cabinet that you should toss.

10 Dumb Little Productivity Killers You Need to Stop Doing Today

Wondering what happened to your productivity? You frittered it away in these 10 dumb little ways. Learn how to get back on task — and stay there.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save on Coffee

Today we found some great articles on ways to save on coffee, where to get Halloween candy on the cheap, and things millionaires know that we don’t.

Best Money Tips: How to Get Along With Anyone

Today we found some excellent articles on how to get along with anyone, tried-and-true frugal living tips, and last-minute Halloween savings.

6 Ways to Benefit From Your Credit Card

Your credit card doesn't have to be a debt-causing monster hiding in your wallet. Instead, learn how to make your card work for you.

6 Good Financial Deeds that Can Backfire

You're a good egg, but are you hurting your financial future with your kindness?

Here's How Too Many Decisions Costs You Money

Decisions, decisions — making too many can wear you out, and cause you to make some bad ones.

16 Things Your Lawyer Won't Tell You

From overbilling to downright incompetence, our recent interviews with legal experts revealed 16 dirty secrets bad attorneys don't want you to know.

Best Money Tips: Beat Food Price Inflation

Today we found some awesome articles on ways to beat food price inflation, personal finance basics for new grads, and how to sell your home without a realtor.

5 Bridesmaid Dress Ideas From a Bridesmaid

Brides, I know you might have your dream wedding planned out. But consider a few humble, frugal dress suggestions from a repeat bridesmaid.

Best Money Tips: Get Healthy and Save Money at the Same Time

Today we found some great articles on getting healthy and saving money at the same time, celebrating New Year’s without spending a dime, and awesome side business ideas for 2015.

6 Back-to-School Items You Can Sell For Extra Cash

When school supplies are in abundance in your home, what should you do? Sell 'em!

Best Money Tips: Tricks Your Grocer Doesn't Want You To Know

Today we found some great articles on price tricks your grocer doesn't want you to know, how to create breathing space in your budget, and insurance policies you shouldn't buy.

12 Amazing Home Buys Under $5

You wouldn't think $5 would buy much for the home these days, but these 12 useful things will solve hundreds of problems, inside and out.

5 Ways to Save More Taxes in 2011

From hiring your children to changing your accounting methods, make these changes in 2011 to ensure you pay fewer taxes in 2012.

The Etiquette of Calling for References

References can be your best opportunity to learn about a potential employee...as long as you handle the call right.

How a 5-Minute Email Saved Me $140

When you have a major problem with a purchase (and an exchange, and returning that exchange...), a well-worded complaint might be all you need.