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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.

The 5 Best Heart-Rate Monitors

Exercise is great for you body, but you may be working out too hard. These five heart-rate monitors will keep you from overworking your body.

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.

Best Money Tips: Get Rid of Social Media Pests

Today, we give you tips to battle pesky Facebook "friends," a recipe to use up that leftover red wine from your last party, and a way to make your sneaks light up...literally!

Best Money Tips: Career Tips for Young People

Today, we give you career advice for young people, three more uses for your phone's camera, shopping recommendations for generic vs. name-brand products, and more!

12 Delicious and Cheap Nut Butter Recipes to Make at Home

Peanut may still be the king of nut butters, but there are plenty of nutty new challengers — most of which you can make right at home, for cheap.

Are Timeshares Ever Worth the Investment?

Timeshares are as popular as ever. Before shelling out a huge chunk of change for a "home away from home," consider these pros and cons.

Best Money Tips: Questions to Consider Before Overspending

Today we found some amazing articles on questions to consider before overspending, saving on back to school shopping, and cost cutting tips for drivers.

Best Money Tips: How To Win Sweepstakes

Today, we share tips to help you bag you next contests or sweepstakes, to-do's to keep your family and home safe over the holidays, instructions for a DIY book safe, and more.

3 Ways Student Loan Debt Can Affect Your Mortgage Application

Many factors can sway a mortgage approval. Your student loan debt is one of them.

7 Biggest Ways Procrastination Hurts Your Finances

Do you like to wait until the last minute? Well, your bad habit could be costing you — literally.

While Waiting for Rates: I-Bonds

You could reach for yield by taking on more risk, or you could suck it up and wait for rates to go up. If you prefer to wait, consider I-Bonds.

An Introduction to Venture Capital

Venture capital can be an option for certain small businesses, although not all companies are a good fit.

8 Dangerous Mistakes Even Safe Drivers Make

Even good drivers can develop bad habits behind the wheel. Are you guilty of any of these common operator errors?

15 Delicious Homemade Treats Your Valentine Will Love

There's nothing sweeter than a handmade Valentine's gift — unless it's a delicious and decadent sugary treat, like these.

How to Get Rid of Bees

These buzzy insects are important for pollination, but they're not quite fun when they're within stinging distance of your front door. Here's how to deal with them.

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.

21 Uses for Salt (Besides Seasoning)

Salt isn't just a way to make food more flavorful. From cheap cleaning to budget beauty and more, discover more great things to do with salt.

How to Get Your Money Back When You’re Denied a Refund

Not every retailer you shop will have flexible return policies or exemplary customer service. But you can still get a refund if you know who to ask.

Is Taking Classes Online Right for You?

From one-off classes to certifications to full degrees, online classes can offer a lot of great flexibility...and a lot of headaches. Find out if they're right for you.