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How to Prevent a Windfall Money Mistake

Whether the cash comes from the lottery, an inheritance, or a tax refund, planning a windfall strategy now can prevent money mistakes later.

The Value of Human Life Just Ain’t What it Used to Be

The government has determined that people are worth less than five years ago.

One genius little button that's saving me a whole bunch of time

How many times do you click on a link to an article, video, image or anything else of interest and want to visit the homepage of that site? It happens to me all the time. Sometimes

Facebook For Budget Travelers

For the frequent traveler, Facebook is an excellent way to keep in touch with friends and acquaintances from around the world. Is it possible, however, that the popular social netw

Ask the Readers: What Is on Your Summer Bucket List?

Tell us about your summer bucket list and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Protect Future Earnings by Negotiating the Right Starting Salary

Why set yourself up for financial failure when you can negotiate a fair starting salary now?

Here's How Spending 3% On You Will Advance Your Career

Want to earn more money throughout your career? It could be as simple as investing in yourself.

Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Retirement More Successful

Today we found helpful articles on ways to make your retirement more successful, tips to save money at big box stores, and the best college degrees for job security.

Missing Opportunities to Save Your Money: Highlights from Our Chat With myRA

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with myRA on missing opportunities to save your money!

What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in October

Scare up some deals on lawn care and denim this month, but hide from winter clothing and appliances, which are frightfully pricey this month.

The 5 Best Computer Mice

You don't have to play a cat-and-mouse game to find the best...you know. Find our picks for the best computer mice here.

10 Foods That Can Help You Sleep

Don't let your late to bed late to rise sleeping habits slow you down. Nibble (or sip) these sleep inducing foods to fall asleep faster — and stay that way until morning.

The Duel: ETFs vs. Mutual Funds

Which is the better investment? Know how ETFs and mutual funds work can help you decide which is best for your needs. Let's have them face off, and see how each performs.

Restaurant.com helps you save for Valentine's Day - 60% off gift certifcates and a free $15 FTD gift card!

A few months ago I shared a coupon code for Restaurant.com that allowed 80% off on their already discounted gift certificates, and that post was quite popular. Today I found that

Eat Dessert, Save!

Are you skipping dessert because it just costs too much, either in money, time, or calories? Skip no more! Read on for ideas to make dessert easy, affordable, and healthier than ev

4 Clever Ways to Control Your Spending -- and One That Will Shock You!

For most of us controlling our spending just takes a little willpower. For others, more shocking modes of behavior modification are required.

Best Tips for First Time Home Buyers: Learn to Trust

I started out the home buying process by scouring the internet for information and hitting up the local library. I read 8 or 9 books and countless blogs and websites and still cou

When More is Less

We've all heard that less is more. If you're like me, you've also heard at least a million ways to apply that. But is the opposite ever true? Do we ever save in the long run by spe

Why Women Need Life Insurance — and What to Do About It

You might think that you don't need life insurance coverage — especially if you're single or a stay-at-home mom. Learn why and what you can do.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Wednesday 11/27

Today's great deals include Leapfrog Explorer Software $15 or less, Kindle Books for $1.99 or less, Silpat Non-Stick Baking Mat $17, and more!