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Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money When Dining Out?

Tell us how you save money while dining out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

5 Ways Science Says Travel Is Good for Your Health

The perks of travel go way beyond curing a serious case of wanderlust. Travel is good for your health, too!

Funding your 401(k) when you're in debt

If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi

Double Coupons – They Could Cost You!

I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my

15 Ways to Make Money While You Travel

You can extend your stay and deepen your experience by hustling up side jobs (or even full-time gigs) while you roam. Here's how to do it.

10 Frugal Reasons to Compost

Looking to live a little greener and save a little more green? Give composting a try!

What You Need to Know About Your FSA

As with many provisions in healthcare, you may not be up-to-date on all of the finer points of an FSA. Even if you are, it never hurts to brush up on the basics.

Stuff We Love: A Mimijumi Baby Bottle, Because It's More Like Mom

Why does the Mimijumi work so well? A bottle this similar to mom makes the transition from breast to bottle easy as pie.

Is Real Estate a Good Investment?

Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?

How to Get Even More Freebies in Exchange for a Review

Who doesn't love freebies? Try these tricks and get free products delivered to your door all for the cost of your honest review!

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Smart Ways to Start and End Networking Conversations

Networking can be incredibly valuable...once you get the conversation started. Follow these suggestions to get in and out of conversations with ease.

4 Reasons Why You Don't Have Financial Common Sense (and How to Get It)

Personal finance isn't that complicated — spend less than you earn and save for emergencies and future goals. So why do so many of us struggle with it?

Avoid Bank Fees

How do you avoid bank fees? Read the stuff from your bank and understand what services are free and what services aren't.

The Deals to Look for at Pawn Shops, Thrift Shops, and Other Weird Stores

Often the best deals aren't at Walmart or Target. They can be found at pawn shops, thrift shops, and other alternative shops.

The First Step to Budgeting

Why do so many budgets fail? Because the first step to budgeting is omitted. When implemented correctly, it can make a huge difference. When the first step is neglected, intangible

3 Sources of Fast Cash Besides Your 401K

Life is full of tough decisions. Like, whether it's better to tap your retirement savings or home equity when you need cash.

Comparing Savings Rates: U.S. vs Japan

The savings rate in the United States has increased significantly over the last few months, clearly as a response to our current economic climate. But how does our historical savin

Ask the Readers: Is Valentine's Day Too Commercial? (Chance to win $20!)

Where do you stand on the V-day debate? Are you just happy to finally get a chance to do something sweet? Do you already spend enough time with your significant other (and therefo

8 Secrets to a Higher Car Trade-In Value

First? Get the gum out of the floor mats.