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Reach Your Money Goals Faster With a Simple Naming Trick

Mortgage repayment, emergency funds… these things may not be "fun," but a cheeky approach to banking can make them a whole lot less stressful.

9 Restaurant Secret Menu Items That'll Actually Save you Money

Hack the menu at your favorite spot and save some money on your next meal or drink. You'll never order the same way again.

3 TV Must-Haves Once You Cut the Cable Cord

Cutting the cable cord is a great way to save money. These services and gizmos will make the snip a snap.

12 Grammar Mistakes That Are Making You Look Stupid

What you say is what really matters, right? The truth is, how you say it is often more important. Avoid these common errors for sharper messages.

How to Throw the Most Fabulous (and Frugal) Baby Shower of all Time

Ever wondered how to throw the most fabulous - yet frugal - baby shower in the history of the world? Read on to find out how!

5 Scientific Reasons to Ditch the Luxury Brands

Expensive is better, right? Our brains certainly think so, and that can cost us plenty. Learn how your brain deceives you and resist the splurge.

This One Mental Bias Is Harming Your Investments

The biggest threat to your investments isn't a market downturn — it's your own brain.

6 Self-Care Gifts to Give Yourself This Holiday Season

While you're rushing around finding the perfect gifts for loved ones, treat yourself, too.

13 Embarrassing Mistakes Everyone Makes But Doesn't Talk About

To err is human, even if we don't always own up to it. When it comes to making these 13 little mistakes, trust us — you're not alone.

6 Ways to Avoid Running Out of Money in Retirement

Stop worrying that you won't have enough money in retirement. Instead, follow these tips to ensure you remain financially comfortable as long as you live.

Want to Win at Personal Finance? Start a Money Club

Want to really win at money management? Join the club.

Paying for Pregnancy and Birth Without Health Insurance

Babies are expensive and seemingly un-affordable if you don't have insurance to cover the cost of pregnancy and birth. Here are some options for the uninsured.

The 7 Debt Payoffs That Boost Your Credit Score the Most

If you've got more than one kind of debt to repay, target the debt that hurts your credit score the most and watch your rating improve — fast.

Find Extra Cash by Rotating Your Credit Cards

Looking for a way to stretch your dollars and get ahead?. Try this twist on managing credit cards to free up cash for better use.

6 Ways NOT to Spend Your Credit Card Rewards

Earning credit card rewards is a key benefit of buying with plastic. Just make sure you choose rewards that have all the value you earned!

Five Beauty Products I've Learned To Live Without

Beauty products are my weakness. I don't feel as guilty spending money on them because they're always cheaper than 20 dollars (well, the ones I buy anyway). But this is a bad habit

The $25 gadget that keeps my home and family safe.

How much would you pay to sleep soundly at night, knowing your home is secure and your family is much safer? Well, I'd pay anything to be honest. But after my lockbumping post back

8 "Free" Things That Aren't

They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.

A Simple Guide to Rolling Over All of Your 401Ks and IRAs

Wondering what to do with your 401K or IRA after a job switch? We'll break it down for you.

7 Ways to Generate New Leads for Your Side Business

If you want to start earning good side income, it doesn't make sense to invest money in traditional marketing efforts right away. Here are 7 cheap or free ways you can use to