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The 5 Best Carry-On Luggage

Spare yourself from an extra long wait in line and skip straight to your flight gate with these five handy carry-ons.

Guest Post: Now is the Time to Think Long-Term

I've got a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly on why now — when interest rates are very low — is the time to think long-term.

Best Money Tips: Tasks You Can Offload to a Virtual Assistant

Today, we give you tasks that can be outsourced to a virtual assistant, a way to expand the variety of your cookie stash, natural methods to clean stainless steel, and more!

Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Habits Stick

Today, we share tips to help you stick to new habits, a sweet recipe for homemade hand-pulled cotton candy, and clever hacks for the frugal traveler!

Best Money Tips: Summer Backyard Safety Tips

Today we found articles on backyard safety tips for the summer, ways to get out of a rut, and strategies for standing out during the hiring process.

The 5 Best Portable Fans

Staying cool during a hot summer isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these portable fans and you'll keep the sweat away everywhere you go.

Best Money Tips: Inexpensive Gifts for New Mums

Today we found some amazing articles on inexpensive gifts for new mums, ways to boost your social security benefits, and common mistakes people make when trying to get out of debt.

How to Survive the 5 Most Common Emergency Situations

While major disasters are thankfully rare, plenty of small emergencies can catch us unawares. Here's what you should be watching and preparing for.

10 Mindless Ways You're Spending Money

Where does it all go? Who knows!? Watch out for these mindless spends and keep control of your money.

5 Resources to Help Moms Jump Start Their Online Career

Here are just a few of our top picks from a recent My Life Scoop article listing the tools that every mom should refer to when creating a biz online.

Learn All the Frugal Skills You Need With These 9 Great Video Tutorials

The one with the most skills at the end wins. Add to your repertoire with this collection of essential frugal life skills.

5 Times Splurging on Experiences Is a Bad Idea

You are usually better off spending your money on experiences than things. But sometimes, even memories aren't worth your money, either.

Best Money Tips: Surprising Ways to Beat Stress

Today we found some great articles on surprising ways to beat stress, bad habits you may have when you shop for clothes, and simple ways to be inspired.

Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying a College Meal Plan

You know college tuition, books, and room and board cost a pretty penny. Are you forgetting about food?

10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Unfinished Basement for Under $100

You don't have to convert your basement into a fully finished mancave to make it comfortable and inviting. Try these cheaper fixes first.

10 Signs You're a Closet Spendthrift

Spendthrifts can't budget or save because they can't afford to — they've spent all their money. Beware these costly habits.

Best Money Tips: Shopping Secrets for the Best Deals at Costco

Today we found articles on the secrets to the best deals at Costco, everyday products you should stop wasting money on, and free tools that help you save on online shopping.

7 Tricks for Enjoying Fine Dining on a Budget

While Spago doesn't offer a Blue Plate Special, you can dine there and still make your rent. You just need to know when to go and where to sit.

VA Home Loan Benefits and Myths

Many veterans and active service members don't realize they're eligible for VA home loans, which can both save them money and provide other substantial benefits.

How to Determine If Your Finances Are Ready for a Big Purchase

A home, a car, the latest pricey gadget — before you commit to buying, you better make sure you can afford such a large purchase.