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What's Better: Less Debt or More Savings?

Does your high-interest debt count as an "emergency?" Well, yes, but not one worth draining your entire emergency fund.

5 Cheap Travel Destinations for Wine Lovers

See the world while sipping your favorite wines — all at a reasonable price. Cheers!

The 6 Least Expensive Dog Breeds to Own

A dog can be a great addition to your household, but they aren't cheap to buy or care for. These six dogs won't bust your wallet (but will melt your heart).

10 Reasons to Drink Tea

Tea can wake you up or calm you down, cool you in summer and warm you in winter. If you don't already drink the steeped stuff, here's why you should.

11 Sources of Instant Gratification You Can Feel Good About

Scratch your "I want it now!" itch without messing up your long term plans? Yes, you really can have your cake and eat it, too.

6 Great Places to Get Free Tax Advice

Confused by taxes? Now you can get free professional help from a variety of surprising sources.

The 5 Best Bladeless Fans

When it's a hot day and your regular fans just aren't cutting it, a bladeless fan can truly keep you cool.

The Best Airline Rewards Programs for Trips to Europe

Don't let sky-high airfare keep you grounded from your Europe travel goals. These airlines rewards programs will get you there!

Should You Use Peer-to-Peer Lending to Pay Down Credit Card Debt?

Depending on your debt situation, a peer-to-peer loan may be an affordable — and sensible — way to retire debt. Here's what you should consider.

6 Myths About Using Credit Cards for the Sign-Up Bonuses

If you play the game right (and yes, it’s a game), you can come away with some very sweet bonuses and rewards from credit card sign-up promotions.

5 Wardrobe Basics for Women That Are Worth Investing In

When it comes to clothing, there are a lot of overpriced options. But for comfort, style, and longevity, these five items are worth spending the cash on.

12 Ways to Save Cash on New Clothes

From tips on where to shop to ways to update your existing wardrobe, these suggestions make it easy to stay stylish without breaking the bank.

Business Lessons from a Triathlon

A healthy sense of competition, the agility to make quick changes, and attention to detail are all skills that can help you both win a marathon and gain business success.

6 Times a Higher Salary Isn't Worth It

They're offering more money and another rung up the ladder — Hooray! Before you take the job, be sure the extra money is actually worth it.

3 Common Retirement Regrets You Can Avoid

Some life regrets are hard to avoid. When it comes to retirement, however, smart planning is your key to smooth sailing.

How to Get Cheap Auto Insurance for Young Drivers

What's scarier than letting your teen drive for the first time? The high price of his car insurance. Follow these tips to keep your kid's insurance costs down.

The Psychology of Free, and Its Power Over You

From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.

Best Money Tips: Overlooked Ways to Avoid a Speeding Ticket

Today we found some great articles on overlooked ways to avoid a speeding ticket, creative beer pairings to try, and a guide to online coupon codes.

5 Money Truths That Aren't Always Obvious

For all the thinking we do about money, we sometimes miss the most important points. Discover five truths about finances that might surprise you.

Trading Work for Never-Ending Weekends: How to Retire Early

Those coveted post-work years can be sweet, but don’t kid yourself — it’ll take a lot of hard work to get there.