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5 Ways to Score Cheap Rent — Without Annoying Roommates

The easiest way to pay less is to find a roommate, which isn't always terrific. But if you know where to look (and what to ask), you can live solo.

Best Money Tips: Things Receptionists Won't Tell You

Today we found some great articles about things receptionists won't tell you, how to keep your A/C bill down this summer, and how to get free stuff.

Best Money Tips: Green Habits of Thrifty People

Today we found some great articles on the green habits of thrifty people, how to be more productive with the 10 minute rule, and why restaurants don’t want you to order dessert.

7 Survival Strategies from Tomorrow's Talent Wars

Talented, productive employees are precious and rare. And they're soon to become more precious and rare. Will you be able to keep yours and find more?

10 Innovative Ways To Reward Your Employees

Rewarding employees for a job well done is a fundamental management technique. And it doesn't have to be expensive.

5 Key Characteristics of the Entrepreneurial Mind

What's it take -- other than hard work and determination -- to make it as an entrepreneur?

How Understanding Airline Flight Routes Can Score You Better Rewards

Believe it or not, understanding airline flight routes can help you score better rewards.

How to Vacation in Greece for $300 or Less

Vacationing in Greece might seem expensive, but there's a way you can do it for under $300.

When you stretch and stretch and the ends don't meet

Sometimes wanting something and trying for it aren't enough. The honest truth is that, no matter how frugal you are, no matter how extensive your emergency fund, no matter how

10 Ways to Save on a Night (or Day) at the Movies

With summer comes soaring temps and blockbuster movies. Beat the heat and the high cost of summer movies with this cast of cinematic cost-cutters.

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5 Steps to Take When You Get Sued

If you find yourself the target of a civil lawsuit, don't panic. Understand what you need to do to protect yourself — and your money.

Deciding when to follow instructions

Anytime someone announces that they're looking to hire, there'll be instructions on how to apply--even if nothing more than a sign that says, "Inquire within." Often, they'll want

Preparing for Family Emergencies with Cloud Computing

Here are some of the most practical and simple ways to get your family's vital stats stored safely online, along with tips for retrieving it quickly!

5 Great Money Lessons I Learned From My Immigrant Parents

Chinese households save 30% of their disposable income (compared to 6% for Americans). Want to know our secret?

10 Ways to Take 10 Minutes for Mom

Mothers work hard. Here are some simple ways for moms to take a moment to relax and pamper themselves.

The ultimate frugal vacation

Summer is coming up, and it is a great time to take a little break from work and relax. The recession may have put a damper on many people's vacation plans, but there is a way you

How to Slow Down Your Fast-Paced Life

Don't let stress overwhelm you — instead, follow these steps to slow down your life.

Six Tips to Saving on Tax Preparation Fees

Paying taxes is bad enough. Could you be saving money on the preparation fees, too? I asked my C.P.A. to give a few tips.