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The 5 Best Tweezers

Keeping your eyebrows constantly groomed isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these tweezers and your brow game will remain strong.

5 Times It's Okay to Delay Retirement Savings

We'll just about never tell you to put off retirement savings. But in these extreme and temporary instances, it might be okay.

8 Money Moves to Make Before You Start Investing

You're ready to start investing — great! But before you dive in, make sure your financial ducks are all in a row.

5 Sobering Facts About Social Security You Shouldn't Panic Over

Maybe you take Social Security for granted — or maybe you expect it to disappear. Either way, here's what you should know about it.

The 5 Best Snow Shovels

Removing piles of snow while braving the chill of winter isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these snow shovels and you can clear your driveway or walkway in a flash.

The core rate is not an evil conspiracy

The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu

Ask the Readers: What Good Money Decisions Have You Made Recently?

Tell us about the good money decisions you've made recently and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

14 Ways to Organize a Messy Closet

Whether you're organizing your closet for the first time or need to make even more space, these tips will help keep your clothing neat and easy-to-access.

25 Simple Ways to Change Up Your Routine and Love Your Day

Stuck in a rut? Get out with these 25 ways to shake up your day and make it great!

How to Build Equity in Your Home

Truly owning your home takes time and money. If you want a bigger piece of the homeownership pie, here's how to build equity.

9 Delicious Reasons Cider Is Our Favorite Fall Treat

You can do a whole lot more with apple cider than just drink it plain!

5 Natural Wonders You Can See For Free

You can cross these wonders off your bucket list without paying an entrance fee. All you need to do is get yourself there.

5 Myths About Car Insurance

Think you have to pay more for being a female driver, having a red car, or driving a pricey vehicle? Learn the real story behind these and other myths.

18 Free Ways to Be a Better Person

Want to be a better person but don't want to shell out a lot of cash? These acts of kindness don't cost a thing.

Everything You Need to Know About Cloth Diapers

Cloth diapers can help you save the environment — while also saving you tons of cash. Here's what you need to know before you go cloth.

Emergency Plan: Better Than an Emergency Fund

This is broader than just an Emergency Fund; it's an Emergency Plan.

Is MagicJack a Scam?

MagicJack is a device that claims to offer unlimited local and long distance calling for just $20/year. Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? I decided to dig around for myself.

7 Ways to Balance Work and Travel While On the Road

Sometimes it's hard to unplug and avoid work entirely while on vacation, but not impossible.

Pay attention

Is there an amount of money that's too small to concern yourself with? People make that case, usually saying something like "Life is too short to waste time counting pennies." Th

Are All-Inclusive Vacations and Cruises Worth the Money?

One fee gets you all the food, drink, and fun you can handle for a week. Just make sure that all-in vacation package pencils out before you book it.