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5 Newspaper or Magazine Subscriptions That Are Actually Worth the Cost

With so much news and info available for free online, why pay for it? Because you just can't get what some publications create anywhere else.

Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Drinking

Don't drink away your savings. You might be surprised what the average American spends covering that bar tab each year.

How the Fair Credit Reporting Act Protects You

The Fair Credit Reporting Act exists to protect you. Here's everything you need to know about it.

What to Expect After These 5 Personal Financial Disasters

When a financial crisis hits, it helps to know exactly what to expect — and how to bounce back.

Here's What the Successful Use of Secured Credit Cards Looks Like

A secured credit card offers many benefits — if you know how to use them! Make the most of your secured card to rebuild credit faster.

8 "Free" Things That Aren't

They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.

Here's How Rich You'd Be if You Stopped Drinking Expensive Coffee

Fancy coffee drinkers, heads up! Your daily caffeine vice may seem like a harmless treat, but it's costing you more money than you may realize.

Save Time and Money With a Monthly Assembly (or Bulk) Cooking Weekend

Imagine all your weekday meals prepped and ready after your commute — and still homemade and frugal. Make it real with your own home-cooking assembly line.

Ask the Readers: What Aspect of Personal Finance Do You Want to Learn More About?

Tell us what aspects of personal finance you'd like to learn more about and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

6 Ways the Sandwich Generation Can Get Ahead

The Sandwich Generation — those stuck caring for growing kids and aging parents — face big financial challenges. Learn how to survive the squeeze.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Fight the Afternoon Slump?

Tell us how you fight the afternoon slump and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Use Beer to Get Rid of Pests

Humans aren't the only creatures that like drinking beer — all sorts of creepy, crawly, and furry things do too. Learn how to use suds to keep pests at bay.

The 5 Best 3D Printers

Why print flat paper when you can print 3D objects? Just use any of these 3D printers and you'll be amazed by what you can make at home.

What Does Your Personal Guarantee On a Business Credit Card Mean?

A credit card for your small business can be a great way to manage expenses (and earn rewards). There's just one catch.

7 Types of People Who Will Help Grow Your Career

Some people help your career flourish. You just have to know who they are and where to find them.

5 Signs Your Budget Needs a Makeover (And How to Do It)

Try as you might, your money and your budget won't see eye-to-eye. Here's how to get back on track.

25 Cheap and Easy Fixes That Make Your House Look Amazing

Whether you're getting your home ready for sale or just getting it ship-shape, these 25 projects are easy, affordable, and rewarding!

Buy a drink, get a free Whopper - every single day?

Did your mom always nag you to keep your receipts? [more]

Get It Done: How to Measure Your Goals

How can you achieve your goals if you don’t even know how to measure them? Learn how to quantify your goals and accomplish more.

How to Get Over These 5 Scary Things About Investing

If fear is holding you back from investing, screw your courage to the sticking place! Stop letting fear make your money decisions for you.