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The 5 Best Bicycle Helmets

Riding bikes can be fun, but having the right safety gear is very important. Stay protected on your bike outings with these five bicycle helmets.

Be In Charge of Your Finances

Do you ever come to the end of the money before you run out of month? It's easy to conclude that the problem is that you don't earn enough money (or that you spend too much). In fa

9 of the Craziest, Coolest Airbnb Listings

From tree houses, to house boats, to a seashell by the seashore, these Airbnb listings are sure to surprise!

Best Money Tips: Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving Money

Today we found some amazing articles on ways to trick yourself into saving money, watching college football without cable, and cities with the most job opportunities.

Paper Checks: Going, Going...Gone?

Are you ready to go totally electronic? Paper checks may be on their way out permanently. Learn what you need to know about making the switch.

Money-Saving Tricks I Learned Planning an Elopement

I always thought that eloping meant flying to Hawaii to get married on the beach with a hired witness. I was wrong, and now I'm saving tons of money.

Want to Buy a Home With No Money Down? Try a USDA Loan

Despite the recent economic crunch, consumers can still purchase homes with no money down through the USDA Rural Development program.

6 Ways It Pays to Stay Single

Being in a relationship can actually cost you a pretty penny. Here's how it's cheaper to enjoy the single life.

5 Things Our Realtor Told Us That Weren't True

Our realtor told us several things that turned out to be untrue. Learn from these situations before taking their word for it.

7 Ways to Boost Your Finances While You Sleep

Making a little extra money isn't too hard. In fact, you may not even need to get out of bed.

How to Start a Business With Your 401(k)

Want to start your dream business but don't have the funds? There's a way to tap your 401(k) without the normal early withdrawal penalties.

Best Money Tips: Research-Backed Ways to Work Smarter

Today we found some great articles on ways to work smarter not harder, money lessons to learn before you turn 40, and a 15-minute trick to get stuff done.

Halloween Time Savers for a Stress-Free Holiday

Dressing up as witches and wizards on Halloween doesn't mean we can cast spells for more free time. Instead, try these suggestions.

8 Ways ETFs Can Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Mutual Funds

It used to be that that the smart way to invest simply was to buy mutual funds. Not anymore — ETFs are where your money should go.

13 International Crock-Pot Recipes That Are Out of This World

Life's too short to make the same slow cooker dishes week after week. Expand your crock-pot horizons with these recipes that span the globe.

How an Exit Strategy Can Make You a Better Investor

We're all for buy and hold, but sometimes, it really does make sense to sell an investment. That's where an exit strategy comes in.

Save Money With a Classic Wet Shave

Old-school men's shaving doesn't just look cool — it's also frugal, eco-friendly, and a great way to pamper yourself.

Being a Financially Responsible Student: Highlights from Our Chat with Inceptia

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Inceptia on being a financially responsible student.

That usually means buying it, of course. And if you think buying music can be pricey, imagine the cost of paying the RIAA off in an effort to stay out of court. Can I legally download non RIAA music? [more]

Setting Great Goals...and Achieving Them

Learn how to set goals and chase down your dreams.