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Living the Savvy Life: A Review
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Alternatives to Flying: Other Ways to Get From Here to There
Flying isn’t always the only way to go. You might be able to save time, money, and aggravation on your next trip with these alternatives to flying.
The Military's Four-Step Plan to Keeping Your Place Clean
There's no room in the armed forces for clutter and mess. Learn how to keep your place ship-shape with these secrets of military cleanliness.
10 Terrible Loans You Should Avoid
When an emergency occurs — and you don't have an emergency fund — you may be need to borrow. Skip these terrible loan offers if you can!
8 Critical 401(k) Questions You Need to Ask Your Employer
You know you should be using your work-sponsored 401(k) plan, but to really make the most of it, you need to ask a few questions.
How to Profit From China's Growing Upper Class — Even If You Don't Speak Chinese
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The Best Credit Cards With Airline Companion Tickets
Companion tickets are one of the best credit card perks available. Discover five great cards currently offering these tickets — and three not worth the trouble.
15 Free Ways to Learn Something New
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8 Fun Facts About Credit Cards
Your monthly credit card statement may not offer much joy, but these fascinating credit card facts are pure fun.
The 5 Best Cord Organizers
Keeping all of your cords neat and tidy isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these cord organizers and your gadgets will never be a tangled mess again
6 Times You Should Insure Your Side Gig
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Why You Should Buy Travel Insurance — Even if Your Credit Card Offers It For Free
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11 Investing Tips You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self
If you could go back 20 years and give your younger you some investment advice, would it echo any of these 11 pearls of financial wisdom?
10 Negotiation Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Deal
From small buys to major life purchases, negotiation can make or break the deal. Win your next haggle-sesh by avoiding these common mistakes.
Budgeting for Study Abroad: What You'll Need, and How to Access Your Money
Studying abroad introduces students to a culture...and it can also be a crash course in budgeting and cash management. Here's what you need to know.
Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Garden for Vegetables?
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8 Smart Ways to Save on Audio Books
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3 Cheap and Easy Formulas for Homemade Windshield De-Icer (Plus Bonus Tips)
It’s that dreaded time of year. Each trip to town requires a 10-minute pre-start on my car, and the hated task of scraping my windshield. There are several options to help you wi