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$7 off of Crest Whitestrips
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5 Times Credit Cards Are Smarter Than Cash
Stash your cash. If you stay on budget, credit cards really are a good bet for smart, simple, and safe spending.
Edible Flowers Make Cheap Food Beautiful Again
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Are You Ready for Home Ownership?
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10 Time-Management Skills That Will Help Your Kid Win at School
Try teaching these crucial time-management skills at home and help keep your kids on the ball through the whole school year.
8 Times You Should Demand a Discount
Whether it's a dented floor model dishwasher, or you're paying in cash… know that you can — and should — demand a discount.
Saving money while hosting guests
Having just spent the last 48 hours desperately scrubbing my home from top-to-bottom in anticipation of the arrival of some house guests, I appreciated The Simple Dollar's post thi
Life Insurance: What to Consider Before Replacing a Policy
"Set it and forget it" shouldn't necessarily be your life insurance motto. Here's what to consider if you're shopping for a better policy.
9 Money Secrets of the Amish
The lifestyle of the Amish includes hard work and simple living — which also equals more money in the bank. Could simpler finances work for you?
Best Money Tips: 31 Brilliant Ways to Use Dish Soap
Today we found some great articles on brilliant uses for dish soap, financial habits worth picking up, and ways to shop without spending any money.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Make Extra Money
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to make extra money, things you don't need to spend money on, and using social media to advance your career.
Give Your Career a Boost With One Skill
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For Best Results, Turn Your Kid's Pants Inside Out
Designer kids’ clothes are not cheap. And while boutique looks are adorable and all the rage for younger tots, they don’t exactly fit into our
Preparing Financially for a Natural Disaster
Hurricane Sandy's devastation served as an important reminder for many — when it comes to emergency planning, you need an emergency financial plan too.
In Search of Safety: A Mom's 8-Step Guide to Toy Selection and Everyday Use
As the mom of two boys, I can tell you that there are two kinds of toys: 1) those that are inherently dangerous (such as ATVs, BB guns, and lead-tainted toys) and 2) those made
Frugal Tip: Do Not Spend When You Are Sad
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost fo
Are You Happy With Your Bank?
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?
The False Allure of Compound Interest
You've seen stories about compound interest adding up to big savings. That can happen — but often, it's not the whole truth.
How to Save on Babysitting Without Ending Up on the Local News
When babysitting rates hit $14 per hour — per kid! — it's time to think about cheaper (but safe) ways for parents to get stuff done and have fun.
Ask the Readers: Could You Survive Without a Cell Phone?
Tell us if you could live without a cell phone and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!