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Ask the Readers: Do You Use Craigslist?

Tell us about your Craigslist experiences and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

7 Ways Being Debt Free Can Cost You

Generally speaking, debt is bad. But sometimes taking on debt is unavoidable — and can actually be good for you.

Book review: Cash-Rich Retirement

Do you need a kick in the pants to get you saving for retirement?  Do you need someone to wave their arms and run around screaming that your whole future is at risk, in order to mo

Is Social Security Just A Grand Ponzi Scheme?

I received my Social Security statement this week and it was a useless piece of paper to me since I do not qualify for retirement benefits yet. I always hear critics of Social Sec

Ask the Readers: How Do You Have a Frugal Halloween?

Tell us how you have a frugal Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Save More by Avoiding Multiple Bank Accounts

Have you been using multiple accounts to save for multiple goals? New research suggests a simpler system might lead to more saving.

Best Money Tips: Slash Your Expensive Cell Phone Bill

Today we found some great articles on slashing your cell phone bill, saving on high end cosmetics, and a checklist for quitting your job.

What Is the Best Life Insurance Company?

Jeff Rose, CFP, shares the two things you need to consider when looking for the best insurance company for you.

Best Money Tips: Save on Your Rental Car

Today we found some great articles on saving on your rental car, overcoming newlywed challenges, and summer jobs for kids.

Join Us for a Live Google Hangout About College Finances This Wednesday at 1 p.m. EST

Our Senior Editor will be participating in a live video chat, discussing ways to save money in college — find out how you can watch and ask questions!

5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 09/03

Today's great deals include Schlage Keyless deadbolt, 50% off Maxstudio dresses and MANGO clothing, 59% off recent hits on DVD and Blu-ray, and more!

Book Review: Rich Like Them by Ryan D'Agostino

One summer my mother showed me a series of articles in Money magazine by a reporter named Ryan D'Agostino who knocked on the doors of expensive homes to find out how the occupants

How to Create Barriers to Your Savings

All it takes is one weak moment to reach into your checking account or connected savings account and use those funds on something frivolous. That's why it's important to protec

10 Things Your Boss Wishes You Knew

Ever wished you knew what was on the boss's mind? Wonder no more.

How to Minimize Financial Stress During the Holidays

The holiday season can put a dent in your savings, but it doesn't have to send you into major debt. Here's how to protect your finances from holiday madness.

Best Tips for First Time Home Buyers: Learn to Trust

I started out the home buying process by scouring the internet for information and hitting up the local library. I read 8 or 9 books and countless blogs and websites and still cou

9 Side Jobs for Athletic Types

Good news, athletes! You can get your fitness on while you make a little extra cash.

5 Ways Social Media Saved Someone's Life

Social media keeps us connected to scores of people who are eager to help. Sometimes life-sharing means life-saving.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Wednesday 11/27

Today's great deals include Leapfrog Explorer Software $15 or less, Kindle Books for $1.99 or less, Silpat Non-Stick Baking Mat $17, and more!

Living a Life of Weisure?

Blurring the lines between our personal and professional lives has its pros and cons.