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4 Surprising Things Lenders Check Besides Your Credit Score

It's no secret your credit score is important. But when it comes to getting a home loan, it's not the only determining factor.

Get Your LinkedIn Profile Noticed With a Few Attention-Grabbing Tweaks

A LinkedIn profile is becoming a necessary part of career development. Get yours noticed by making these important changes.

10 Frugal Fall Getaways You Can Start Packing For Now

Travel can be a struggle when you're strapped for cash. But the perfect fall getaway is still within your grasp and budget.

The 5 Best Cast Iron Skillets

Cooking meat to perfection isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these five cast iron skillets and take your cooking to the next level of delish.

7 Expensive Stocks That Are Totally Worth It

Make no mistake about it, these stocks are super-expensive — but they're not necessarily overpriced.

26 Quick Ways to Have Fun (No Matter Where You Are)

Take one of these quick breaks from your stressful routine and have a little fun. You'll return refreshed, invigorated, and in a better mental place to get 'er done.

9 Fun and Easy Ways to Add Years to Your Life

Improving your health and overall quality of life is a lot easier than most people think. Stick to some simple rules, and you'll feel better, longer.

Does Divorce Affect Your Student Loans?

Divorce can be a difficult financial situation — and even more so, unfortunately, if student loans are involved.

5 Money Lessons I Learned From Watching Wheel of Fortune

What can missing letters and a big spinning wheel teach about personal finance? Plenty, if you know where to look.

7 Ways to Make Money During a Semester Abroad

Studying abroad can enrich your life, but deplete your wallet. Offset the costs by earning your keep while you're overseas.

How (and Why) to Make Good Pan Gravy

Here’s a quick tutorial on how to master the art of good brown gravy (sometimes called “pan gravy”) -- and why you’ll want to add it to a few meals here

12 Ways to Cut Down on Garbage and Save Money Too!

Reducing your trash stream is good for the environment. If that's not enough, it can boost your revenue stream too. Read this to learn how!

Billions of Dollars Go Unclaimed Every Year: Is Some of It Yours?

There are literally billions of dollars of money and property waiting to be claimed by the rightful owners. Learn how to find out if some of it is yours!

Why You Need to Make Financial Habits, Not Goals

Everyone has their list of money goals, but you may hit them even sooner if you turn them into everyday habits.

6 Things You Might Do on Your First Day of Retirement

Happy day! Your work career is finally officially over and your time is your own. Now what?

10 Ways You Can Bend Time to Improve Your Life

Some moments in time are better than others. Learn how to savor the best times and manage the worst for greater happiness and satisfaction.

5 Ways to Preserve Zucchini

Zucchini is a delicious vegetable to grow...and one plant can yield so many squash! Make the most of your crop with these tasty ways to preserve zucchini.

Best Money Tips Roundup: The Frugal Education Edition

Today we found some of the best articles from around the web on keeping your education productive and frugal.

How to Get What You Want on Customer Service Calls

Learn 8 effective strategies for getting what you want on customer service calls. Communicate better, communicate smarter and get your problem solved!

3 Ways to Get a Legit Business Education Online

The advent of online education has made it easy to get a business education. And if you don't need a credential or degree — it can be free.