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In the long run, we'll all be living sustainable lifestyles. Many of us are already moving that way--positioning ourselves to live more sustainably--at a pace of our own choosing,
If watching the Olympics has piqued your appetite for travel in China, don't despair: After the airfare, you can see a lot of sights in this country for not a lot of coin -- if you
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Before you apply for a personal loan, make sure you plan to use it the right way.
Stock These 20 Frugal Foods for Tough Financial Times
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Get It in Writing: A Quick Guide to Agreements and Contracts
Get any deal you make in writing — and make sure you understand what the contract actually means.
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6 Money Misconceptions About Millennials
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Ask the Readers: What Are Your Green Habits?
Tell us about your green habits, and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
There are Cheaper Ways to Return to a Greener Earth
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The Benefits of a Walkable Neighborhood
Are you able to walk to your daily necessities from where you live? Or do you drive everywhere? Discover how walkable your neighborhood is and see if you can use your car less.
Are Your Spices Fake?
If your spices don't have the smell and taste you expect, they might be old. They might also be fake. These are the likeliest impostors in your spice rack.
Ask the Readers: What is Your Favorite Thing About Fall?
Tell us what your favorite thing about fall is and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
7 Financial Must Haves for the First-Time Home Buyer
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Learn techniques for sustainable living
In the long run, we'll all be living sustainable lifestyles. Many of us are already moving that way--positioning ourselves to live more sustainably--at a pace of our own choosing,
Finding a Starter Home That's Also a Forever Home
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Cheap China the Expat Way (or Better, the Chinese Way)
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How to Live Alone Without Going Broke
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