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Why Playing It Safe With Your Money Is Actually Risky

When it comes to your money, fear of risk may be your biggest enemy.

Best Money Tips: 5 Tips to Find Your Dream Job

Today we found articles on tips you can use right now to find your dream job, ways to create a positive money-saving mindset, and a guide t earning money with Airbnb.

5 Caribbean Destinations That Aren't in the Hurricane Belt

Planning a trip to the Caribbean but worried about hurricane season? Luckily, these destinations are actually outside of the hurricane belt.

Should You Sell Your Home to Pay Down Debt?

You may have to live in a van down by the river, but if you have equity, you can erase a lot of consumer debt by selling your home.

The Fallacy of Homeownership as a Sound Investment

Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b

11 Ways to Avoid Bank Fees While Traveling

Bank fees can put a serious damper on your travel budget. Put an end to them with these simple tips.

The 5 Best Mops

Cleaning floors can be a pain — make it easy with one of these great mops.

$20 in New York City: The 15 Best Ways to Spend It

New York is famously pricey, but it's also famously frugal, if you know where to look. Try some of these fun ways to take a $20 bite out of the Big Apple.

How to Improve Your Credit Score

By following a few simple steps you can improve your financial situation and credit score.

Never Miss Free Ice Cream Again: Complete Calendar of Annual Free Stuff Days

Companies big and small celebrate holidays famous and obscure with freebies. Find out when and where to get yours.

7 Networking Tips for the Recently Unemployed

Sudden unemployment can be a huge blow. When you're ready to dive back in, the right connections can make all the difference.

Here's What the Successful Use of Secured Credit Cards Looks Like

A secured credit card offers many benefits — if you know how to use them! Make the most of your secured card to rebuild credit faster.

10 Time-Management Skills That Will Help Your Kid Win at School

Try teaching these crucial time-management skills at home and help keep your kids on the ball through the whole school year.

8 Non-Finance Skills That Will Make You a Money Master

Becoming a money master requires skills — but not necessarily financial skills.

Can Tiny House Living Actually Save You Money?

The latest trend in real estate is living large in a really small space. Seems like that should be a money-saver, right?

Thrifting the Perfect Designer Wardrobe

If you have big-brand taste on a bargain-bin budget, never fear — you can build the perfect designer wardrobe with a little thriftiness.

5 Money Conversations Couples Should Have Before Retirement

You and your spouse can't wait to enjoy your retirement years, but before you dive in, you need to talk money.

7 Ways to Make Money Off of Your New Year's Resolutions

When you set your resolutions this New Year's, why not figure out a way to make a little extra cash along with them?

6 Reasons Cutting Your Landline Is a Bad Deal

Dropping home phone service has become a popular way to cut a few dollars from the budget. But are the savings really worth it?

101 Useful Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less

In 15 minutes or less you can boost your career, strengthen a relationship, manage your finances, prep a meal, and lots more!