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What Freelancers and Side Giggers Need to Know About Income Taxes

Uncle Sam wants his due from everybody. That means you too, freelancers.

Secrets of Top eBay Sellers

What do eBay's most successful sellers know about making money on the site? Here are some of their tips for saving time, avoiding problems, and making more money.

10 Smart Ways to Make Yourself Love Saving Money

Saving money is hard, especially if your savings goals are big. Make saving fun with some simple motivational strategies.

What You Need to Know About the Easiest Way to Save for Retirement

Target-date funds are an easy way to "set and forget" your retirement savings. But they have a few downsides, too.

Teaching Kids About Money: An Interview with Dr. Brad Klontz

It's time to have "the talk" with your kids. No, not that one. The one about financial responsibility.

7 Basic Sewing Tricks That Will Save You Money

Save money and add another DIY skill to your wheelhouse by mending your own damaged clothing. Start with these techniques!

7 Smart Reasons to Retire Abroad

If you're on the fence about where to enjoy your life after work, one of these great reasons to retire abroad may be all the push you need.

Should You Talk to Friends About Money?

Friendship is one of the most important things in the world — but should you talk about money with your friends? Or is it unavoidable?

The 5 Best Blackout Curtains

Sleeping when the sun is up isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these blackout curtains and the sun will never disturb your snooze again.

How to Allocate Your Cash When You Are Broke

When you're in the red, it can feel like you'll never be able to crawl your way back into the black. Make it happen with this emergency plan.

How to Get Free Accommodations (and Paid Jobs) on Boats

Want to travel with free accommodations, enjoy gorgeous ocean waters, and even get paid for it? You can — just work on a boat.

The 5 Best False Eyelashes

Give your lashes a bold boost of beautiful with the right false eyelashes. Any of these five best false eyelashes are great for your eyes!

How These 6 Assets Might Affect Student Financial Aid Eligibility

Financial aid is a huge help for every college student. Let's break down exactly what the FAFSA considers in its calculation.

6 Things You Must Do After the Interview to Land the Job

You might've nailed the interview, but to land the job, you need something more. Your job search isn't over until the big offer arrives.

Should You be Ashamed to be on Public Assistance?

Government assistance such as the Food Stamp Program and cash welfare payments are sticky topics of discussion. What exactly is frugal about us

7 Frugal, Fabulous Alternatives to the Diamond Engagement Ring

The diamond engagement ring is traditional only if you believe diamond industry marketing. Start your own tradition with these great alternatives.

The 5 Best Refrigerators

Get the best combination of energy efficiency and organization with one of these excellent refrigerators.

8 Surprising Things Covered by Homeowner's Insurance

You may already know that your homeowner's policy covers dog bites. But volcanoes? Yep. Tombstones? Also covered. Read on for more policy surprises.

Website 101: How to Build a Site and Get It Online

Creating a website is easy with this step-by-step advice that takes you from idea to published product.

Using PAPER Coupons When You Order Online

Even if you live the all-digital lifestyle, don't put away those scissors yet. Some Web sites are now taking manufacturers' coupons.