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A long time ago, I had an idea. I was working a regular job, but I realized that what I wanted to do was be a writer. I figured that I could make some money writing, but not necess
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How to Make Amazon Prime Day Actually Worth It This Year
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The 6 Personal Finance Rules Everyone Must Follow
The Internet is awash in free financial advice. This short list of basics will put you on firm financial ground today and on the way to a wealthier tomorrow.
How to Move From Being Busy to Actually Getting Things Done
Being busy feels good — but it's not the same as being productive. Here's how to slow the pace and still get more done.
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
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5 Reasons Not to Apply for a Loan Modification in the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)
The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) rolled out last year currently has over 700,000 people in trial modifications and a little over 30,000 in "permanent" modifications.
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Health Care Reform: Good for People Like Me
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Homemade Sunblock and 6 Other Non-Toxic Recipes to Get Your Skin Sun-Ready
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Replacing a Crappy Job
There are really only two things you can do with a crappy job: tolerate it or replace it. Happily, the crappier a job is, the easier it is to replace.
This One Easy Strategy Will Lead to Better Decisions
Before you decide on anything, try on all your options. How do they feel?
12 Awesome Things You Didn't Know You Could Get at the Library
Your local library shares a lot more than books and old movies these days. Find out what you're missing by not renewing your library card.
6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From the Easter Bunny
He's big. He's got floppy ears. And he gives away candy. But can this beloved character offer real life money lessons, too?
12 Wacky (and Not-So-Wacky) Investment Strategies That Actually Work
The conventional wisdom on investing is to buy and hold for a long time. But there are other strategies that many investors use to grab an edge.
These 7 Exercises Are Scientifically Proven to Increase Happiness
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Why You Should Buy a Desktop Computer
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My One Favorite Frugal Living Tip
I read a lot of great frugal living advice. But there's one (yup, just one) tip that makes all of the others work.
Do Daily Deals Make Good Gifts?
Groupons and other daily-deal coupons are a great way for you to save on restaurants, classes, and more...but are they also a great way to save on gifts?
8 Critical 401(k) Questions You Need to Ask Your Employer
You know you should be using your work-sponsored 401(k) plan, but to really make the most of it, you need to ask a few questions.