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What's Faster for Mortgage Payoff: $100/Month Extra or 1 Payment/Year Extra?
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7 Times It's Okay to Raid Your 529 Plan
While you shouldn't tap a 529 plan willy-nilly, sometimes it's okay to dip into school savings, especially if you have better options.
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Take One More Thing Seriously
When time and money are tight, it's natural to try to narrow down what you're trying to get done. But the opposite might be what you really need.
25 Career Changes You Can Make Today
Don't complain about your job without doing anything — make a positive career change right now with one (or more!) of these techniques.
Best Money Tips: The Downsides to Early Retirement
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Here's How Billionaires Are Preparing for the End of the World
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The 5 Best Pressed Powders
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15 Ways to Make Brown Bagging It Better Than Buying Lunch
You know bringing your own lunch can save you tons — but bleh. Make your midday meal a real reward and you'll win twice.
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Getting Your Money Back Without Losing Your Friendship
Lent a friend some money and still waiting to be repaid? Ask for your money back politely and frankly to keep both your money and your friends.