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Have a bottle of vinegar in your pantry? Use it to save your rhododendrons, to attempt to choose the sex of your unborn child, and in other unexpected ways.
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It's officially summer (sorta), and that means summer vacation. Hit the road with friends and family without hitting your savings too hard.
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"Superior" investment advice is a pretty rare thing. So rare, most of the time it's really just lousy.
Turn Your Backyard Into a Wildlife Refuge for Under $40
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10 Weird and Wonderful Ways to Use Vinegar
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10 Ways to Reuse Common Household Items
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The 5 Best Ice Cream Scoops
Filling a cone with frozen ice cream isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these ice cream scoops and you can enjoy your summer treat in no time.
50 Amazing, Easy DIY Bath and Body Products
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How to Handle a Sudden Loss of Income
Don't let a sudden loss of income cause financial paralysis. Take these smart steps to handle the situation and minimize the damage.
22 Reasons to Write a Letter
From getting coupons to making your voice heard, a physical letter can do much more than an email. Discover 22 reasons why you should love the letter.
8 Famous People Who Got Rich After 30
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7 Ways to Actually Take All Your Vacation Days This Year
Time off is good for employees and employers, but too many of us skip them. Get proactive about your days off and stop giving your time to the man!
5 Details Your Financial Adviser May Be Ignoring
You depend on your financial adviser for guidance on life's money matters. But they may not always consider the big picture.