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Rising home foreclosures have made con artists very busy. These scammers use the public records to find homeowners who are in trouble, and then use a variety of schemes to take
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What You Need to Know About Writing a Will
Up to 40% of Americans age 45 and older don't have a will. It's high-time you got out of that statistic.
7 Ways to Save on Cat Care
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Three bad ways to fund mortgage lending (and maybe a good way)
Any institution that wants to fund mortgages has a problem. They want to lend the money out for thirty years, but the money they have to lend comes from deposits that can be withdr
12 Things That Will Be Less Expensive in 2012
From electronics to wine to even rental cars, savings-minded shoppers should keep an eye on prices for these items in 2012.
Tips for Avoiding a Foreclosure Prevention or Loan Modification Scam
Rising home foreclosures have made con artists very busy. These scammers use the public records to find homeowners who are in trouble, and then use a variety of schemes to take
6 Hidden Dangers of Credit Card Balance Transfers
We're advocates of credit balance transfers as part of a debt reduction plan, but that doesn't mean the strategy is risk-free. Here's what to watch out for.
Make Your Clothing Fit Perfectly With These 10 No-Sew Fixes
Keep your clothes (and your budget) looking better longer with these quick, easy, and inexpensive repairs.
Best Money Tips: Have Better Conversations With These Tips
Today we found articles on ways to have great conversations, tips to motivate yourself for a morning workout, and what to expect from Target’s Black Friday sale.
How Your Unused Credit Cards May Be Costing You
Before you stash your paid-off plastic, you might want to think twice about letting it hibernate.
You're Missing Out on These 5 Easy Fixes for FOMO
While you've been afraid of missing out on everything, you've also missed out on ways to cure FOMO. But here they are!
Ask the Readers: If You Could Have One Wish (Chance to win $20!)
What is your most longed-for financial wish? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!
Here's How Your Taxes Will Change When You Retire
While you plan for all the travel and hobbies you'll do in retirement, you should probably plan for your taxes, too.
Are You Underpaid? How to Figure Out What Salary You Deserve
How much are you worth? Discover the salary you should really be earning.
Best Money Tips: Cook Healthier With These Ingredient Substitutions
Today we found articles on ingredient substitutions for healthier cooking, work from home jobs you should avoid, and habits of irresistible people.
How to Eat Street Food Safely While Traveling
It looks and smells delicious — but how safe is it? Learn how to enjoy food on the road without taking big risks with your digestive track.
5 Types of Overspenders — Which One Are You?
There are different types of chronic overspenders. Which one are you?
Beat Back the Zombies: 4 Ways to Avoid Sleep Deprivation
Seventy percent of Americans don't get enough sleep. Follow these suggestions to ensure you're not one of them.
10 Organic Grocery Items That Aren't Worth It
You don't have to choose organic to avoid pesticides — you just have to know which foods to choose.
Credit Challenged? How Alternative Credit Data Can Help Those With Little or No Credit
Your thin credit record may not tell the whole story. Some lenders are starting to look at other information about you, too. Here's what you need to know.
How These 10 Winter Health Myths May Be Harming You
At this time of year, you're going to hear a lot of health advice. Some of it will not only be untrue, but can actually damage your health.