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Focusing on your current income is a good start to retirement planning, but you also need to think about spending to truly have a well-funded retirement.
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Make These 5 Money Moves Before Applying for a Mortgage
It might seem like everyone under the sun gets approved for a mortgage, but don't be fooled — home loans are no joke. Make these money moves before applying.
23 Recipes for Slime Your Kids Can Make — and Even Sell!
Slime is the cool new trend among kids, so why not show them how to make it and then sell it?
Make 15 Junk Food Favorites Healthier and Cheaper at Home
Junk food can be tough on both wallet and waistline. Maintain the health of both with these easy copycats of your favorite packaged foods.
How to Close a Credit Card Without Dinging Your Credit Score
You don't use that credit card anymore — but canceling might crush your credit score. Try these smarter methods of ditching that card.
15 Easy Fall Pizzas
Abundant autumn vegetables (and fruits) are just appearing on grocer's shelves, just in time for easy, delicious Fall pizza.
The 6 Companies With the Best Customer Service
Sure, business is in it for the money. That's why it's so nice to hear about a company going above and beyond to satisfy a customer — like these.
Don't Just Think About Income When Saving for Retirement
Focusing on your current income is a good start to retirement planning, but you also need to think about spending to truly have a well-funded retirement.
Diagnose and Improve Your Financial Health: A 10-Item Checklist
If you resolved to take better care of your finances in 2011, learn what to fix first — and how — with this checkup list.
9 Ways You Sabotage Your Financial Growth
If you just can't seem to get ahead with your money, it may be your own financial fault.
It's a Jungle Out There: Spotting Fake Reviews
In the jungle of information that is the Internet, product and service reviews can help you figure out what to buy...as long as the writers are honest.
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10 Affordable Water Parks You Can Drive To
Make a splash on your next summer vacation by road-tripping to these awesome, affordable water parks!
Good Luck, Bad Luck: Who Can Tell?
Is your glass always half-full or half-empty? Maybe it's time for an entirely new perspective.
5 Ways Etsy Can Help Start Your Small Business
From custom logos to quirky office wares to handmade client gifts, Etsy can provide unique and cost-effective services and supplies.
Best Money Tips: Personal Finance Tips for Recent Grads
Today we found some great articles on personal finance tips for recent college grads, haggling like a pro to get what you want, and tips to build your savings account.
7 Occasions When You Should Definitely Hire a Financial Advisor
It's great to be able to DIY your money, but some jobs require the skills of a pro. Be the smart about when to seek professional financial advice.
Do I Have to Report This Income?
Not sure whether or not you should report certain types of income? The answers might surprise you.
How to Boost Your Credit With a Balance Transfer
A balance transfer can be a boon to your credit score. There are a few pitfalls to watch out for, too.
25 Frugal Changes You Can Make Today
Frugal living does not involve drastic changes. A few small changes can lead you down the right path.
15 Affordable Gifts for Travel Lovers
Your jet-setter pals have been there, done that, and bought the T-shirt. But they'd probably love these awesome (affordable!) travel gifts.