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You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
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Should You Pay Your Kids For Good Grades?
Have you ever considered rewarding your kids' good grades with money? Or is that a terrible idea? Let's discuss.
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It's not just enough to save for retirement; you need to make sure your money is inflation proof, too.
Armor Etch can be a cheap fix for your scratched eyeglasses
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Quick Pantry Snacks for Unexpected Guests
When company shows up unannounced (or you just want a quick, tasty snack), whip up one of these treats using ingredients you already have on hand.
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Productivity Tool?
Tell us about your favorite productivity tool and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Mental Biases That Are Keeping You Poor
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5 Reasons Building Credit in College Helps You Win at Life
College is a time to discover your passions, goals, and aspirations. It's also a time to start building strong credit.
8 Famous People Who Got Rich After 30
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How to Plan for Retirement When You’re Ready to Retire
The Federal Reserve says nearly 20% of Americans almost ready for retirement have no retirement savings. None. Gulp.
Where to Find Emergency Funds When You Don't Have an Emergency Fund
A costly emergency has sprung up. The only problem? You have a second emergency — no money to cover it. Here's where to find funds fast.
How to Manage Your Money — No Budgeting Required
Nobody likes budgeting. Here's how to keep track of your money without one.
The Only 15 Foods That Are Worth Buying Organic
Not everything you buy from the grocery store needs to be organic — but to avoid harmful pesticides and hormones, these 15 foods should be.
Ask the Readers: Do You Plan to Go Back to School?
Tell us if you have plans to go back to school and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Inspector
Before you hire a home inspector, make sure you get answers to these questions.
How Pre-Commitment Mechanisms Can Help You Resist Impulse Buys
You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
8 Truths From a Mystery Shopper You Must Read Before You Get Started
These eight tips are vital to making money in the somewhat misunderstood profession of mystery shopping.