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5 Ways to Preserve Zucchini

Zucchini is a delicious vegetable to grow...and one plant can yield so many squash! Make the most of your crop with these tasty ways to preserve zucchini.

Low Interest Rates Do Not Make Homes Affordable

If a good price seems to good to be true...it probably is. Learn how low interest rates drive home prices higher.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half

Today we found articles on ways to cut your grocery bill in half, simple spring cleaning tricks, and what you need to know about money boundaries.

How (and Why) to Help Your Parents Pay Off Their Mortgage

Many parents find themselves saddled with a mortgage well into retirement. Learn how to help your folks pay off theirs without taking on the debt yourself.

Do You Really Need a 20 Percent Down Payment for a House?

Don't let the giant down payment dash your dreams of homeownership. You have other options!

8 Questions Financial Advisers Hear Most Often

Financial advisers have heard it all when it comes to money. But they hear these questions most of all.

Frugal Lessons from Spider-Man

The name "Spider-Man" isn't exactly synonymous with "financial planning," but the web-slinger can still teach us some money lessons.

How to Make Sure You're Getting a Deal With Groupon Getaway

Everyone loves a good getaway, but make sure you're getting a deal before you book.

4 Affordable Autumn Destinations for Nature Lovers

Want your fall foliage at an affordable price? These destinations have it all.

10 Easy, Delicious Recipes for Homemade Bread

With these simple recipes, bread's a lot easier to bake than you think — but you don't have to tell everybody that.

The 5 Best Hammocks

Taking a nap in the great outdoors isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these hammocks on the beach or in the woods and you'll score some splendid snooze time.

6 Tax Penalties You Can Easily Avoid

Your money is hard earned. Don't waste it on these five easily avoidable tax penalties.

21 Things You Should Make Your Kids Pay For

Instead of buying that shiny new toy for your kiddoes, maybe they should pay for it.

10 Fundamentals of Naming a Small Business

You've got a great small business idea; now it just needs a great name. Before you choose one, get familiar with the basic dos and don'ts.

Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Live Chemical-Free

Today we found some great articles on frugal ways to live chemical-free, simple strategies for storing and preparing food, and tips to burn belly fat fast.

35 Mouth Watering Lentil Recipes

The humble, affordable lentil is delicious and full of protein. You're sure to find something tasty in this collection of 35 easy to prepare lentil recipes.

10 Tips for Landing the Perfect House-Sitting Gig

Want to travel around the world and stay in great houses for free? It's simple — house-sit. Follow these suggestions to get started.

The 5 Craziest Groupon Deals

A good deal on Groupon is also sometimes worth a good laugh. You'll never believe these wacky offers.

20 amazing, outrageous and just plain weird tax deductions

Well, it's that time again. The tax deadline is just around the corner. If you still haven't done your return, take a look at the top 20 funky, strange and outrageous deductions

6 Smart Money Habits of Introverts

Introverts are known for their quiet energy, but did you know they're also pretty good with money?