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Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
In the 1950s and 1960s, a working man could support a family at a middle-class standard of living with just one income. It might surprise you to learn that one person working full
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6 Ways the Government Helps Disaster Victims Recover
The government is playing a vital role in helping disaster victims get back on their feet. Find out how your tax dollars work!
17 Uses for Stale Bread
Using up leftover bread is not only frugal, it's delicious. Make sure you eat every last crumb of that aging loaf with these recipes.
10 Things to Know Before You Start a Home Improvement Project
Don't take a hammer to that wall you want to tear down until you consider these things first.
Best Money Tips: Turning Your Home Into an Investment
Today we found articles on how to turn your home into an investment, how to choose the right accountability partner, and a guide to finding land for your tiny house.
Everything You Need to Know About Flood Insurance
When it rains, it pours — and when it does, that flood insurance you've hated paying for will seem like a pretty smart investment.
10 Ways to Repair a Burned Bridge
We've all ended a work or personal relationship badly. Mend a broken connection and you'll regain a valued friend or a colleague -- forever this time.
7 Ways to Tell If That Used Car Used to Be an Uber
Uber and Lyft drivers sell their cars just like the rest of us. Here's how to tell if you're about to buy one.
How to Keep Home Improvement Projects From Busting Your Budget
You might have a set home improvement budget, but scope creep can easily bust it wide open. Here's how to prevent that.
Beware of These Common Debt Consolidation Traps
Debt consolidation can be a great help in eliminating debt, but it's not a cure all, and it isn't free. Here's what to watch for.
5 Ways to Turn Credit Card Rewards Into Real Wealth
Looking to do more with your credit card rewards or cash back? With a little effort, they can help you build real wealth.
Once Bitten Twice Shy: What is Credit Security Worth to You?
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The Basics of Asset Allocation
Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
Everything New Parents Need to Know About College Savings
Diapers and formula aren't the only costs to consider when adding to your family. You'd better start thinking about college, too.
The mystery shopping scam that could cost you a fortune.
For many years now, thousands of folks have been earning a little extra cash by doing Mystery Shopping (aka Secret Shopping). [more]
Ask the Readers: How Do You Have Frugal Fun?
Tell us how you have frugal fun and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
7 Important Things You Should Know About Balance Transfer Cards
If you plan to pay down high interest credit card debt with a new zero-interest card, make sure you understand the potential downsides.
How to Manage Student Loans On a Low Income
Juggling student loan payments with other bills can sometimes seem impossible if you're making a low salary. But it can be done.
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In the 1950s and 1960s, a working man could support a family at a middle-class standard of living with just one income. It might surprise you to learn that one person working full
No Money for a Week? Here’s What to Do.
Don't have a nickle to your name? Time to buckle down for a week and weather the storm. Here's how to survive it — and make sure it doesn't happen again.
Best Money Tips: Essential Tips to Manage Your 401(k)
Today we found articles on tips for managing your 401(k), steps you can take to get your tax refund ASAP, and how to hustle as a new parent.