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Car Yoga and 9 Other Ways to Beat Long Drives
The great American road trip — you know, spending hours, or even days, behind the wheel. Learn how to survive your next gruelling drive.
Don't Overpay While Driving - Put Down Your Cell and Save $101
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4 Common Mistakes to Avoid When You Enroll in Medicare
It's easy to make mistakes when signing up for Medicare. Here's how you can avoid the big ones.
Best Money Tips: 51 Places to Find Coupons
Today we found some great articles on where to find coupons, how to start each workday right, and easy ways to make extra money.
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Best Money Tips: Faster, Cheaper Alternatives to McDonald's Breakfasts
Today we found cheaper alternatives to McDonald’s breakfast menu, science-backed ways to be happier, and fun daytime date ideas for fall.
Cheapskate on Board
Living on less can be funny, but it's not a joke. It's the only financial advice that will work for almost everyone, and it might
13 Holiday-Season Costs Everyone Always Forgets About
You're rocking your holiday budget, when suddenly… one of these easy-to-forget holiday costs pops up. Don't overlook these budget-busters.
25+ Easy Ways to Save Money But Still Get What You Want During Holiday Shopping
Ready to tackle your Christmas shopping but dreading the impending dent in your budget? Here are ways to save big and earn cash back on those gifts.
How to Bounce Back From Your Holiday Splurge
You might be dreading your next credit card bill, but don't worry — you can bounce back from a holiday spending splurge.
Introducing an Amazing Suite of Web Tools for Creative People
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The Shanghai Supposition: Better Choices=More Choices=Better Experiences
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CFL Bulbs: Greener than most, but not green enough
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Ask The Readers: Do You Pay For A Gym Membership?
Tell us if you pay for a gym membership and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Find the Best Prepaid Plan
Today we found some fantastic articles on finding the best prepaid plan, common missed fees you need to avoid, and dealing with difficult work personalities.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Do to Relax?
Tell us about what you do to relax and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Control Your Debt With an Annual Clean Sweep
Do you use credit to manage cash flow fluctuations or to live beyond your means? Here's a simple, practical test for keeping your debt under control.