A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
Refinishing your grandmother's old dresser might be a terrible idea. Learn when you should refinish wood furniture, and when you should use a professional.
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9 Surprising Ways Marriage Can Make You Richer
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How I Erased $70,000 of Debt and Became an Eventual Millionaire
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Before you put all your trust in the Cloud, maybe reconsider sending any of these things over text or email.
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Asking your wedding guests for cash to pay for the wedding (or anything else) is awkward. See if one of these angles makes it easier.
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By extending your time on the road, you can stretch your dollars and have more fun. Here's how slow travel saves you big.
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If you're considering applying for a new credit card, ask these questions to find the best one for you.
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Refinishing your grandmother's old dresser might be a terrible idea. Learn when you should refinish wood furniture, and when you should use a professional.
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Don't pour last night's leftover champagne down the drain! Save it to use as a key ingredient in cocktails, desserts, soups, hair care, and more.