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Dumpster-Diving 101: 6 Strategies for Success

From discovering the best areas and times to dive to knowing what to look out for and what gear you need, learn proven strategies for successful and safe dumpster diving.

The 5 Best Compression Socks

Achieving muscle recovery as an athlete isn't easy, but it can be. Wear any of these compression socks and you'll be able to show off those athletic skills ASAP.

Best Money Tips: Best Skills for Making More Money

Today we found articles on the best skills for making more money, how to quit bad money habits that rob you blind, tips for preparing the soil for your vegetable garden.

7 Ways to Tell If That Used Car Used to Be an Uber

Uber and Lyft drivers sell their cars just like the rest of us. Here's how to tell if you're about to buy one.

5 Ways to Embrace Having to Work in Retirement

Retirement isn't always a permanent send-off from the working world. If you have to return to the daily grind, there are actually some pluses.

6 Ways Instagram Stars Make Money and Travel the World

Ever wonder how Instagram stars are able to make money and see the world? It's not an easy process, but the end result is certainly worth it.

Use Beer to Get Rid of Pests

Humans aren't the only creatures that like drinking beer — all sorts of creepy, crawly, and furry things do too. Learn how to use suds to keep pests at bay.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Bidding on Freelance Gigs (Book Giveaway)

Many aspiring freelance writers get caught in a race to the bottom on content job bidding sites. Earn what you're worth with these tips from a successful blogger.

7 Apps That Make Budgeting Fun — No Really!

Budgeting can be a bummer. Take the bore out of the chore and manage your finances from your phone with these fun apps.

15 Delicious Ways to Use Canned Corn

What can you do with a can of corn? Fry it, cream it, bake it, toss it, roast it…

24 Tips for Having a Baby Without Going Broke

That little bundle of joy can cost you a big wad of cash. Discover great ways to give your baby everything she needs while saving a few bucks.

50 Great Things to Do With $50

One dollar may not buy you much anymore, but a crisp $50 bill still has value. From splurges to saving, try these savvy ideas for your half-hundred.

Watch Out for These 5 Sneaky 401K Fees

Don't let fees and plan costs sap your 401K earnings. Watch out for these five hidden retirement fees.

How to live with inflation

Of the various ills the economy can face, inflation is simultaneously the worst for society as a whole, and yet the easiest for individuals to deal with successfully. The strategi

9 Ways Money Does Buy Happiness

Money can't buy happiness? Maybe you just don't know where to shop.

The 5 Best Hairsprays

Keeping your hair in place on blustery days isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these hairsprays and your 'do will continue looking fabulous.

Ask the Readers: What New Thing Do You Want to Try This Year?

Tell us what new thing you want to try this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

The 5 Best Camcorders

Yeah, many of us have cameras on our phones. But to really capture life's memories, you just can't beat a camcorder. Here are our picks for the five best.

11 Famous Failures That Led to Success (And the Lessons They Teach)

Winning isn't everything. For these famous failures, losing was the only thing, until they finally won. What can you learn from their mistakes?

Are Your Assets Costing You Too Much?

Your assets add up to your net worth. So the more the merrier, right? Well, too much of a good thing can actually be a drain on your finances.