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7 Smart Money Moves for Empty Nesters

After you convert your not-so-little one's room to a den or craft room, take some time to make your money all about you again, too.

You Got a Raise! Now What?

Congrats on those extra dollars in your paycheck! Don't just blow through 'em, though. Put the extra money to work.

Could You Put Away a Million Dollars by Driving a Used Car?

Everyone loves that new car smell. But wouldn't you love saving that money and turning it into a million bucks even more?

The 5 Best Coloring Pens

Add some sharp color to your pages with coloring pens. Just use any of these colored pens and your drawings will be vibrant and beautiful.

4 Effortless Ways to Save on Back-to-School Shopping

Already stressed about back-to-school shopping? Don't be. You can save money without even trying.

7 Ways Your Bartender Is Ripping You Off

Before you hit the bars and clubs, make sure you know some of the ways you can get shortchanged by the bartender.

How to Clean Your Dishwasher

Your dishwasher does a good job cleaning the dishes, but it doesn't always do a good job cleaning itself. Learn how to avoid breakdowns and high repair costs.

Cold, Frugal Drinks to Keep You Cool in the Heat

When summer is in full swing, cold drinks are in order. Don't waste your money on sugar-filled store-bought stuff; make your own delicious drinks for cheap.

How to Avoid These 5 Hidden Costs of Winter

This year's big winter storms have brought major expenses along with major snowfall. Don't get caught out in the cold paying for winter.

You Won't Believe How Much the Average Person Spends on Salon Visits Each Year

Beauty salons are a 20 billion dollar industry in the United States. How much are you spending on your look?

8 Simple Ways to Travel Greener That Could Save You Money

Believe it or not, you can travel like Captain Planet and save money, all at once.

How to Prepare Your Kids to Live On Their Own

One day your kids will be living under their own roof. Will they be prepared to go it alone?

Throwing Awesome Parties on a Budget

You don't need a lot of money to throw a truly killer party. Discover the four basic things a good party needs, and how you can get them all for cheap.

Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn: Where Should You Be?

Everyone says you should be on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Should you be?

4 Tips for Living Spontaneously on the Cheap

It might seem like spontaneity is the enemy of frugality, but there are some simple ways to fit the fun of spontaneity into your frugal life.

Impress the Future Boss: 9 Interview Mistakes to Avoid

Acing a job interview is a delicate art. Make sure you don't screw up — and do land the gig — by avoiding these mistakes.

You Can Start Investing With a Lot Less Money Than You Think

You feel like you don't have enough money to take the plunge in investing. That's not true! You can get started with less than you think.

How to Find Unlisted Jobs and Win Every Salary Negotiation

Learn how to land a dream job, explain resume gaps & build awesome networks from NYT bestselling author Ramit Sethi.

The 5 Best Hair Curlers

To get perfect curls that last, not any hair curler will do. You need one of these best five hair curlers.

254 Uses for Vinegar. And Counting.

I began hearing whispers of the incredible versatility of vinegar. So I did some research. I was shocked!