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If you love the convenience of cleaning wipes but hate the chemicals they include, check out this tutorial for easy and cheap, DIY wipes.
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The 10 Commandments of Credit Card Use
Follow these 10 rules of responsible credit card use and reap the rewards of low interest, smaller monthly bills, and more money in your savings.
5 Times It's Okay to Delay Retirement Savings
We'll just about never tell you to put off retirement savings. But in these extreme and temporary instances, it might be okay.
The Three Interest Rates
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5 Amazing, Cheap Places to Live as an Expat
Looking for adventure overseas but don't know how to afford it? These five places welcome expats, and you may even fly home with more in savings.
Savings Bonds as Interest-Earning Travelers Checks
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8 Ways Retailers Use Big Data to Track You
Big brother knows a lot about how you shop.
Best Money Tips: Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids on Spring Break
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Best Money Tips: Make a Great Impression at Your Next Job Interview
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When It's Time to Destroy Debt, Start With a Goal
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9 Amazing DIY Lamps You Want in Your House
If you can't find an affordable lamp that's perfect for your space, make one! These nine easy lamp projects can get you started.
Getting Started with Preserving: Mint Jelly
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13 Financial Gifts to Give Yourself This Holiday Season
Don't forget this very important person on your holiday gift list — you! How about one of these smart financial gifts?
Life After Bankruptcy: What's Next?
There are repercussions to filing for bankruptcy, but like with other setbacks in life, you can recover. There is always hope!
The First Thing You Need to Work on If You Want a Better Relationship
Science shows that good partnerships are correlated with overall happiness, and working on this one thing can make your relationship even better.
8 Classic Toys That Won Christmas
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31 Reasons Why I'm in Love With Thrift Shopping (and You Should Be Too)
Oh thrift store, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways!
How to Improve Your Credit Score
By following a few simple steps you can improve your financial situation and credit score.
Healthy People Have These 10 Things in Their Homes — Do You?
The stuff you keep around says a lot about your lifestyle. How many of these healthy things does your family have?