Today we found articles on things that can kill your career, tips for a happy retirement, and a recipe for an all-natural nighttime mosquito repellent.
Are you struggling to pay for your mortgage? Uncle Sam is gearing up to pass out up to $50,000 to troubled homeowners, and it doesn't have to be repaid.
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
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5 Sobering Facts About Social Security You Shouldn't Panic Over
Maybe you take Social Security for granted — or maybe you expect it to disappear. Either way, here's what you should know about it.
How One College Graduate Paid Off $28,000 in Three Years on a $30K Salary
Yes, you can pay off your student loans — or any other big debts. Learn how one saver is repaying $28,000 in student loans in just three years.
Here's How Too Many Decisions Costs You Money
Decisions, decisions — making too many can wear you out, and cause you to make some bad ones.
7 Ways to Get People to Listen When You Talk
Whether you're speaking to one person or a hundred, you've got to keep your audience engaged. Try these tricks of the toastmaster at your next talk.
Best Money Tips: 5 Things That Can Kill Your Career
Today we found articles on things that can kill your career, tips for a happy retirement, and a recipe for an all-natural nighttime mosquito repellent.
How Living in a Hotel Can Be Surprisingly Affordable
Believe it or not, living in a hotel can be an affordable housing option.
What the New Credit Card Formula Means for Your Wallet
FICO has a new formula for determining credit scores, and it should help borrowers. Find out how it might help you, too.
10 Types of Friends Who Are Costing You Money
Remember how your mom was always wanted you to hang out with the "right" people? Yeah, that's good financial advice, too.
U.S. Government Offers "Free" $50,000 to Troubled Homeowners
Are you struggling to pay for your mortgage? Uncle Sam is gearing up to pass out up to $50,000 to troubled homeowners, and it doesn't have to be repaid.
5 Job Hunting Roadblocks Millennials Must Overcome
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
Cable TV Is Here to Stay...for Now
Thinking about cutting cable? You might be surprised by little you could save. Follow these steps to find out if it's actually cost effective for you.
6 Ways to Make Extra Money Using Social Media
How many social media platforms do you check in with every day (or every hour)? Turn your social media time sink into an extra income, instead.
The 5 Best Earplugs
Sleeping soundly on-the-go isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these earplugs and you can snooze whenever you need to.
6 Credit Card Services You Don’t (Usually) Need
Credit card companies often try to upsell you on additional services that are straight-up unnecessary. Discover the worst ones to watch out for.
5 Things Millennials Can Do to Buy a House Within the Next Decade
Millennials know from money woes. With some smart money moves, you'll be ready to buy your first home within the decade — or sooner.
6 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Property Manager
Property managers can help you profit from rental property. Before you sign up, make sure you know what you're getting for their share of the profit.
Big Bytes: Using Tech for Restaurant Discounts
From apps to coupons and more, discover how you can use technology to score sweet dining discounts — even at the last minute.
8 Traits of People Who Live Debt-Free
Debt-free folks have a lot in common. If you adopt some of their habits, you can live debt-free, too.
4 Money Fights Married Couples Have (And How to Avoid Them)
Nothing throws a wrench in the works of marriage quite like money troubles. Learn how to avoid these common financial fights.
Canadians Try To Kill Your Pets - Pet Food Recall
Canada is at it again. This time, it's not mad cow (as far as we know), but will these insidious northerners never stop? [more]