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Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
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Most couples assume sharing money is just part of marriage. But it doesn't have to be.
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Need to bear down and get some work done? Crank the tunes, but not just any tunes — these tunes.
Are Zhu Zhu Pets and Other Popular Toys Dangerously Toxic?
The hottest toy of this holiday season is a little electronic hamster named the Zhu Zhu Pet. The $9.99 toy is this season's Tickle Me Elmo and parents are lining up early to snatch
The 5 Best First Aid Kits
Taking care of a cut or minor injury while you're out and about isn't easy, but it can be. Just get any of these first aid kits and you can care for a wound wherever you are.
Eat Better and Save Money With These Easy Two-Night Meals
Not up to meal planning for a whole week? Meal plan for two days with these first night dinners that offer plenty of delicious next night options.
Love Your Geek: 10 Romantic Gifts for Under $25
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From greening your garden to moistening meat, banana peels have plenty of surprising uses. Plus, discover 7 bonus uses for bananas themselves.
Beware These Sneaky Fees on Discount Airfare
Discount airlines promise to get you where you're going on a dime. Are they really such a deal?
12 Things You Won't Ever Use Again and Should Throw Out Today
Maybe you're sentimental, or maybe you subscribe to "out of sight, out of mind," but whatever the reason, stop hanging onto your old junk!
Clutter-Free: The Zero-Accumulation Household
Examine the best ways to embrace a zero-accumulation lifestyle and live clutter-free!
10 Homemade Baking Mixes That Save Money and Time
Nothing beats homemade cakes and breads, but who has the time? Pre-mix your dry ingredients, store, and bake later in a jiffy.
7 Networking Tips for the Recently Unemployed
Sudden unemployment can be a huge blow. When you're ready to dive back in, the right connections can make all the difference.
7 Basic Sewing Tricks That Will Save You Money
Save money and add another DIY skill to your wheelhouse by mending your own damaged clothing. Start with these techniques!
The U.S. Savings Rate Has Tanked — Here's Why That Matters
The U.S. savings rate is the lowest since the Great Recession. Do you need to get your savings back on track?
Should You Talk to Friends About Money?
Friendship is one of the most important things in the world — but should you talk about money with your friends? Or is it unavoidable?
Best Time For Summer Shopping In Europe!
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20 Great Frugal Skills — and How to Get Them
Independence is at the heart of frugality. But to be independent, you need skills. Here are 20 easy-to-learn skills that can save you money.
Autumn Shopping: 5 Things to Buy in Fall
Autumn isn't just for pumpkin-carving. For these five kinds of items, it can be a great time to "rake" in some savings.
6 Things You Must Do After the Interview to Land the Job
You might've nailed the interview, but to land the job, you need something more. Your job search isn't over until the big offer arrives.