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This Simple Negotiating Trick Puts Money in Your Pocket

This simple negotiating tactic can help you earn and save more money — and it can do a whole lot more for you, too.

It's few days before Halloween, and I have given barely a thought to what I'll wear...but I have some great ideas.

Everyone knows buying a home is expensive. You might not realize selling a home can cost a pretty penny, too.

Getting up the gumption may be the hardest part about about staying fit. Try these simple gumption getters the next time you need some.

It's always good to be mindful about spending, but for the unemployed, an abstract should is a real world must. Here's how to cut back, fast.

Just because you can buy absolutely anything online doesn't mean you should.

From party favors to fridge and pantry organizers, these chalkboard paint projects will spiff up your space, and help you remember what's in it!

Generation Z is fast approaching adulthood. How, exactly, do these young adults differ from the millennials who precede them?

The dog days of summer are here. Here's how to keep your fur buddies cool.

Prom, weddings, black tie, and more. Here's when renting fancy clothes makes the most sense.

Save money and add another DIY skill to your wheelhouse by mending your own damaged clothing. Start with these techniques!

The end of the year is fast approaching. Take some time now to get your taxes in order and you'll thank yourself come April.

Good news, makeup addicts — your favorite products aren't just one-trick ponies! Check out these clever double uses for your everyday beauty items.

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

Your small business is your baby. When is the right time to let it go?

Paying off or settling an account in collections is better than avoiding it. Just don't expect your credit score to rebound soon.

It can take years to recoup from a financial emergency. But it only takes five minutes to set up an emergency fund.

All debts are not created equal. There's an order to your path to financial freedom.

A sudden windfall is exciting, thrilling, and — overwhelming! Spend your lucre wisely, or you may find your pockets are empty again soon.

How do you live without electricity, running water, or reliable communication? You learn how to make use of what you have.