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Are Music Lessons Worth It? Hidden Benefits May Tip the Scale

Music lessons for your child can be costly. But from teaching discipline to fostering a love of music to even improving math skills, the benefits are great.

Make Your Escape With These 14 Affordable Weekend Getaways

Travel is a great way to unwind and gain some fresh perspective. Get both, without spending a lot of money (nor precious vacation days), with a quick weekend away from home.

5 Times Credit Cards Are Smarter Than Cash

Stash your cash. If you stay on budget, credit cards really are a good bet for smart, simple, and safe spending.

The 5 Best Makeup Brush Cleaners

Keeping your makeup brushes clean isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these makeup brush cleaners and your beauty tools will last longer.

Who Should Pay for the First Date?

If you're dating, the rules of who pays the first time you meet can get murky. One writer clarifies the situation (hint: always bring your wallet).

Rethinking The Early Mortgage Payoff

The borrow-at-a-low-interest-rate-and-invest-to-get-greater-returns mentality was so embedded in our belief system that there almost seemed to be a stigma attached to not carrying

What's the Difference Between MasterCard and Visa Credit Cards?

Is there really a difference between Visa and MasterCard credit cards?

Solving a Debt Dilemma with Debt Settlement

Paying half a bill is better than paying it all. But is going to a debt settlement company the way to do it? Understand how these companies work, then decide for yourself.

4 Ways to Find a Reputable Mechanic

Taking a car in for repairs can be needlessly expensive for consumers without a trusted mechanic. Here are four ways to make sure you find someone reliable.

Restaurant Recipes at Home-Cooked Prices

Look for 'clone' recipes to make your favorite restaurant dishes at home.

The 5 Best Flosses

Keeping your teeth clean isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these five flosses and your chompers will sparkle.

Are You Making the Biggest Investment Risk of All?

Millennials are the most conservative investment demographic since the Depression era. Are they playing it too safe?

The 5 Best Food Choppers

When a full-sized processor seems like overkill, you can count on a food chopper to get the job done. These picks balance price and function for a cutting-edge kitchen tool.

Easy Budgeting for People Who Hate Math

Face it, we aren't all math mavens. But even if numbers make your head spin, you can still budget like a pro.

Have Houseguests? How to Be the Host With the Most

Being the best host or hostess is no small feat. Follow these nine suggestions, and your guests will continue to appreciate their visit long after they've left.

Spending Wisely: What to Do When Profits Soar

As the economy rebounds, more and more businesses are going to start seeing profits. When you're in that position, how can you best put that money to good use?

7 Fun, Frugal Vacations for People Over 30

You're so over the party-hard vacay spots of your youth. Ready for a fun, frugal, and sophisticated adventure? Start here!

5 Ways to Keep Your Desk From Killing You

They say sitting kills — and science shows overwhelming evidence it's true. Get up, stretch out, and live longer.

6 Ways to Score a Black Friday Deal Without Leaving Home

Skip the lines and score great Black Friday deals and doorbusters from the comfort of home. No camping out required.

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