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How to Find the Savings Strategy That Works For You

The path to saving money is as diverse as it is customizable. Are you following the best path for you?

3 Ways to Prevent Brown Lawn Spots From Dog Urine

Man's best friend can be your lawn's worst enemy. Use these techniques to ensure your pups don't leave marks when marking their territory.

Choosing the Wrong Color Can Cost You Big on These Purchases

Marketers and product designers spend a lot of money choosing just the right color to make you buy. Does color influence your spending?

12 Times You're Better Off Without a Promotion

You're working hard — and smart — and the boss has noticed. Do you take the promotion? Or do you keep the job you're happy with?

Accelerate Your Cash Flow to Buy More Time

Many small business owners agree that uncertainty is their biggest challenge. Speeding up cash flow is one way to prepare for the worst -- and profit from unexpected opportunities.

6 Pitfalls When Chasing Travel Rewards

While many have used travel rewards to score free or reduced-cost travel, it helps to know the pitfalls to watch out for.

Use Teachable Moments to Train Your Employees

Everyone makes mistakes, even your employees. Turn those errors into valuable employee training tools.

6 Smart Things to Do With Your Bonus

You've got a little extra money on hand, but don't burn it on stuff. Instead, spend that windfall to build a better future for you and your family.

3 Keys to Making Smart Technology Purchases

Develop a clear evaluation plan before your next technology purchase and match your gadget wants with your business needs.

6 Moves Every First Year Freelancer Should Make

Working for yourself is rewarding. Make these moves in your first year of business, and you'll be set for success.

Change Your Company -- And Your Industry -- Steve Jobs Style

If Steve Jobs can change his industry why can't you change yours?

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Should You Grow Your Business by Buying Another?

For some businesses, the best business growth strategy is a business purchase strategy.

7 Steps to Work-Life Balance When Working from Home

If you don't get ahead of your busy schedule, your busy schedule will get ahead of you.

10 Tricks You Should Learn From Great Hagglers

Haggling can save you some decent cash, but what if you hate to ask? Buck up and learn how to get the price that's right for you — and your budget.

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5 Ways To Make Time For Long-Term Projects

If you don't like project plans and planning, recall the 7 Ps: Proper Prior Planning Prevents Pitifully Poor Performance.

10 Money Goals You Should Set for the Holidays

The holidays can blindside your bank account. This year, make it a goal to be kind to your finances!

7 Makeup Items You Should Ditch Today

Whether your makeup drawer is cluttered or super organized, take a moment this spring to clear it of these potentially harmful beauty products.

Why Scientists Say You Should Be Committing the 7 Deadly Sins

Sloth, Pride, Gluttony — go for it! It turns out that sinning — in moderation — is probably actually good for you.