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I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.
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25 Hotel Hacks From Professional Travelers
From booking to bedtime, find out the shortcuts these pro travelers use to make hotel lodging cheaper, more convenient, and more comfortable.
Ask the Readers: What New Thing Do You Want to Try This Year?
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Before your next shopping trip, check if you can save some coin with these price-matching policies.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Financial Resolutions for 2012?
Tell us about your 2012 financial resolutions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Are You Eating the 10 Most Over-Priced Restaurant Menu Items?
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A Used Car Salesman Reveals Dirty Tricks (and How to Beat Them)
A former used car salesman reveals some tricks of the trade. Before you buy a used car, read this!
Ask the Readers: What's the Biggest Item in Your Budget?
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Life Without Television
I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.
How to Buy and Sell Airline Miles
Frequent flyer miles are great, but you can't always use them when you need them. Learn how to buy, sell, and otherwise make use of your airline miles.
5 Ways Life Is Amazing With an 800 Credit Score
A credit score in the 700s is pretty good and the rewards are nice. But for those few who crack 800? The financial world is their oyster.
How to Take the World's Most Efficient Shower
When your hot water's lacking but your body odor isn't, clean off fast with this quick, water saving shower technique.
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Weekends are the best part of the week, but usually they cost money. Make this weekend a no spender with one or more of these fun, free activities.
The 5 Best Nail Clippers
Keeping your nails in good condition isn't easy, but it can be. Just use on of these five nail clippers and your nail game will stay strong.