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Today we found some awesome articles on becoming a morning person, ways to avoid common bank fees, and financial resolutions to keep in 2014.
6 Thinking Skills Frugal People Should Master
You may be a smart shopper, but thinking frugally is much more than setting your sights on the lowest prices and clearance racks.
25 Ways to Be a Better, Happier Person
Want to make the world a better place? Start by making a better you with these 25 easy, feel good self-improvements.
Do This One Thing a Day to Defeat Clutter Forever
Got a problem with clutter? Make this one commitment, and your house (and life) will become awesomely clutter-free.
10 Classic Impulse Buys We Need to Stop Falling For
Acting on impulse is good when you're catching someone who's falling, or swerving to avoid an accident. But when it comes to shopping, it's not your friend.
How to Win the Lottery Without Paying a Penny for the Ticket
We've all fantasized about what we'd do with our huge Lottery windfall. Make that dream a Lottery, without wasting money on the ticket.
6 Self Help Mantras That Actually Hurt
The Internet is awash in self-help advice and "mantras." Unfortunately, a lot of it just doesn't work. Like these.
5 Stocks Your Kids Would Love to Own
From Snapchat to Disney, these five stocks will get any tween excited to invest.
34 Ways to Come Up With the Rent Before the Month Ends
Tight on cash? There are plenty of ways to get that rent money before the 1st of the month.
6 Money Moves to Make If Your Net Worth Is Negative
Net worth is an important marker of personal financial health. What do you do when it hovers in subzero territory?
4 Questions to Ask Before Buying Refurbished Appliances
Refurbed appliances can be a great deal — as long as you don't get taken.
This One Skill Can Make You a Better Boss
Being a boss is not easy. But, by learning this one skill, you can become a better manager, and leader, and bring greater success to your business.
15 Things Most People Screw Up When Meeting the Parents
Meeting the parents is filled with pitfalls. Impress everybody — including yourself — by avoiding these common mess-ups.
7 Easy Ways to Lower Winter Energy Costs
Rising home heating costs are a sure sign winter's almost here. Keep utility costs manageable with these easy home energy efficiency boosts.
The 5 Best Label Makers
Staying organized isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these label makers and your stuff will never get lost.
12 Travel Perks You Didn't Know Your Credit Card Had
The credit card market is competitive, pushing purveyors of plastic payment to provide a plethora of perks. It pays to peruse your fine print!
Best Money Tips: How to Eat Healthy Even During the Holidays
Today we found articles on ways to eat healthy during the holidays, the best dollar store finds, and how the save money on car expenses.
Great Ways to Improve Your Resume Today
If you're applying for jobs, these quick and easy resume changes could make a big difference in whether or not you land an interview.
21 Unexpected Items You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On
Experienced travelers know what to bring and what to leave behind — or do they? These little extras make getting there almost enjoyable.