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Buying your first home is a big accomplishment, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. Take our quick quiz to find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi
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A gift card is like cash — your bank won't replace what you lose. Save yourself some hassle (and your coffee order!) with some simple gift card security.
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11 Cool Uses for Your Coffee Maker
Your coffee pot can't fry an egg, but it can certainly poach one. What else can your coffee maker do for you?
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When you run your own business, taxes can be tricky. Don't let these tax mistakes derail your freelance finances.
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One writer shares her story about being charged for a cellphone text message service she never signed up for — and how you can avoid the same scam.
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What to Do If You Can't Pay Your Private Student Loan
Private student loan debt can be difficult to pay or renegotiate. Here's what to do when those loans become a real burden.
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The 5 Best CC Creams
Make your complexion shine by using the right CC cream for your face. Any of these five best CC creams are great choices!
8 Travel Warnings You Shouldn't Ignore
When was the last time you took notice of a travel advisory before you took a trip? It could be extremely dangerous to ignore them.
Why You Should Do Things You're Bad At
Competence is comfortable — but maybe it shouldn't be. Doing things you're bad at has some serious mental, physical, and emotional benefits.
Quiz: Am I Really Ready to Buy a Home?
Buying your first home is a big accomplishment, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. Take our quick quiz to find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
Save on Car Rentals With These 10 Easy Hacks
Rental car expenses can eat a big chunk out of your vacation budget. Save more for the rest of the trip with some easy cost cutters.
12 Fun Facts About Valentine's Day Spending
Fun fact: we spend a lot of money on Valentine's Day gifts — with the U.S. spending $1.5 billion on greeting cards alone!
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A bathroom re-do will boost the value of a new home, but don't overlook the value of a strong neighborhood, too. Here's how to re-do your 'hood.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Biggest Monthly Expense?
Tell us about your biggest monthly expense and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
6 Ways to Haggle Your Way to Cheaper Rent
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Funding your 401(k) when you're in debt
If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi