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20 Fast Food Apps That Help You Score Free Food

Fast food is famously cheap, but these apps will help you chow down for free.

Your chances of winning McDonald's Monopoly game are all based on the odds of finding one particular piece from each set.

Plastic bags may no longer be free at your local stores. If you're going to pay for them, make sure you know how to reuse them smartly.

Would you sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum, knowing that someone else now profits from your death?

Enjoy your weekend the wallflower way, no party animal antics required. What are your solo plans for the weekend?

Don't fall victim to these faux finance calls. Here's how to protect yourself and your loved ones from a scam.

Before you toss that dried up Christmas tree on the sidewalk, give it new life instead!

You've saved up the down payment and closing costs for a new house. But do you have enough cash reserves to get the green light from your lender?

Buying a home can be one of the most exciting things in your life...and the most unexpectedly expensive. Discover nine things you should budget for.

When you leave the working world, you don't get to leave budgeting behind. In fact, you should overhaul it for your golden years.

Is it time to refinance your student loans with a private lender? Here are six signs it might be.

Here's a secret not enough of us know: Everything is negotiable — even your credit card debt.

Every job has its pros and cons. Choose one of these five careers and the stats say you will extend your life — by years.

Millions of Americans are saddled with debt. To truly get rid of it, you need to get to the root of the problem.

Travel accident insurance may be included with your credit card -- find out what it covers.

Prepaid tuition plans let you buy your kid semesters of college, locked into today's pricing. Are these a good idea?

Working with kids requires a big heart and a lot of patience. But it doesn't necessarily require a small paycheck.

Nice job! Be sure to follow up your promotion or raise with plenty more of what got you here.

Donald Trump is making a buzz with his stances on everything, including money matters. How would his presidency affect your finances?

Give Dad and Mom the gift of knowing you're ready to help them weather whatever life throws their way.