You protect your SSN, birth certificate, bank records, and financial documents. But watch out for these sneaky ways your personal information is shared.
Overspending on stuff you don't need is a problem for many Americans. Learn why the solution is not so simple as "spend less," and what you can actually do to help.
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6 Surprising Places Your Personal Info Is Shared
You protect your SSN, birth certificate, bank records, and financial documents. But watch out for these sneaky ways your personal information is shared.
Volunteer to Travel: 11 Opportunities for Free or Very Cheap Travel
Here are 11 options for free or very cheap travel through volunteering.
Why Our Brains Want to Buy New Stuff, Even When We Don't Need It
Overspending on stuff you don't need is a problem for many Americans. Learn why the solution is not so simple as "spend less," and what you can actually do to help.
Banks Still Offering Free Checking and Savings with Great Interest Rates
Tired of fee-gouging from your old bank? Here are the banks with the best checking and savings terms.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save? (Chance to win $20!)
We want to hear your tips for squirreling away some funds. If you share your answer, you'll be entered to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Remove Car Dents Quickly and Cheaply
Dents suck. And so does the cost to repair them. Here are quick and cheap ways to remove dents.
24 Places to Buy Inexpensive Natural Beauty Products
Highlight more of your natural beauty for less money! Here's where to find high quality, inexpensive natural beauty products, online and off.
How to Save for Retirement While Caring for Kids and Parents
In between caring for your parents and your kids, you need to care for yourself, too — especially your financial future self.
Top 6 Reasons Why Using Cash-Only Rocks
While I am a cash-only person by circumstance (paid off the credit cards and never reopened accounts), I am so grateful that I live in a cash world.
How to Get a Free Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report
Placing a fraud alert on your credit report is an easy (and free!) way to protect yourself from identity theft. But there's a catch.
Ask The Readers: Do You Pay For Cable TV?
Tell us if you pay for cable TV and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Fiduciary Rule Is Under Review — How Will This Affect Your Investments?
The Trump administration is holding the fiduciary rule in limbo. How could this affect you and your retirement?
8 Amazing Board Games You Can DIY
If you've grown tired of the same old board games, why not make your very own? Here's how to make eight great ones.
10 Less Awkward Ways to Ask a Friend for Your Money Back
Friendships can easily be ruined by borrowed money. But if you're looking to get your loan repaid, here's how to do it with minimal awkwardness.
15 Wonderful Uses for Witch Hazel
What can you do with witch hazel, the mightily useful little medicinal marvel? Here's a rundown.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Alternative Thanksgiving Traditions?
Tell us about your alternative Thanksgiving traditions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Here's Why Credit Scores and Reports Are Not the Same
Do you know the difference between a credit score and a credit history? You need to — here's how to break it down.
The Best and Worst Times to Go Grocery Shopping
Maximize your shopping efficiency and minimize your food spending by mastering the art of grocery store timing.
10 Surprising Benefits Of: A 10 Minute Walk
Got 15 minutes to spare? Spend five minutes reading this, and then take a walk to clear your mind and get these nine other health benefits.
The 5 Biggest Dangers of Credit Card Debt
Credit card debt isn't just a burden — it's a real danger to your finances.