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The 5 Best Camping Sleeping Pads
Maintaining comfort while camping doesn't have to be difficult. Get any of these sleeping pads and you'll get a restful night's sleep under the stars.
Freedom From the Day Job
Should you quit your day job to work for yourself? The answer might lie in defining what "work" actually means to you.
Make Your Own Ketchup
Zingy and filled with tomato goodness, this easy-to-make ketchup can provide better flavor than the store-bought stuff.
How to Do What Identity Theft Protection Companies Do...for FREE
Identity theft protection is a big business. We show you how to protect your identity for free.
Why You Should Follow Google's 20% Rule
This simple idea can make you happier, wealthier, and more valuable at work.
The 6 Most Surprisingly Unhealthy Beverages
Six reasons a cool glass of water is always the right choice when you're thirsty (and it's probably cheaper than these unhealthful beverages, too).
8 Job-Getting Tips from a Guy Who's Hired 500 People in the Past 5 Years
August Nielsen hires people. Lots of them. He's waded through a sea of resumes and rejection letters, and his advice could help you land your next job.
Beyond Debt-Free: Getting By in the New Economy
Living debt-free is a great goal — but as the economy remains shaky, is that enough? Discover more ways to make sure you're on solid financial ground.
31 Foolproof Ways to Lower Your Grocery Bill
From Meatless Mondays to rain checks, these supermarket money-savers will save you big on your next grocery run.
What Is a Lipper Average, and Why Should We Care?
Companies brag about how their mutual funds beat Lipper averages. That sounds awesome...until you learn a little more about what a Lipper average is.
10 Reasons You Should Call in Sick Today
The science is clear — an extra break now and again is really good for your mind, body, and productivity. Go ahead, take a day. You've earned it.
Best Money Tips: Learn These Things to Get Better at Life
Today we found some great articles on things to learn that’ll make you better at life, ways to optimize your space, and steps you can take right now to build confidence.
How to Handle a Sudden Loss of Income
Don't let a sudden loss of income cause financial paralysis. Take these smart steps to handle the situation and minimize the damage.
This Recent Grad Paid Off $34K in Student Loans and Launched a Business (In Just 4 Years)
From intern to entrepreneur, this is the true tale of how a recent grad used her intern experience to launch a business and pay back $34,000 in debt.
Clipped Wings: Can Consumers Fix Air Travel?
From luggage fees, late flights, and TSA screening procedures, can air travel be saved? How can consumers help improve the industry?
How to Protect Elderly Loved Ones From Financial Scams
Don't let con artists prey on your elderly loved ones. You can help protect them, and their money, from financial predators.
5 Business Lessons From These Child Entrepreneurs
What can you learn from kid entrepreneurs? Just about everything you need to know to launch a successful business!
How to Avoid (and Treat) Cold Sores
Cold sores are painful, ugly, and take a long time to heal. Here's how to avoid (and treat) these nasty little lesions.
Cheap Oil is Hurting These People -- Will It Hurt You, Too?
The oil bust has resulted in cheap gas for most of us. But for some of us with jobs dependent on oil, the bust is beginning to exact a terrible toll.
20 Genius Storage Ideas for Your Bathroom
Bathrooms fill up with clutter fast. Keep it under control and mostly out of site with some clever, and inexpensive, storage ideas.