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Every book on personal finance says that you should pay yourself first--get the money out of your checking account and you won't even know it's missing. There's a lot o
Making Your Own Luck is No "Secret"
It's a much older secret than "The Secret," and much truer: Most lucky people are good planners and good decision makers. To a non-planner, a broken-down car is lousy
Killin 'em Out There: The School Clothes Conundrum
How do you break the cycle when social engineering and personal spending habits that are as unique as your genetic coding, are emptying your pockets?
Unclaimed Assets: Is the Government Holding Your Money?
You might be entitled to some of the $42 billion in unclaimed property the government is holding. Find and reclaim your loot with these online tools.
Getting Something for Nothing – My $25 from Revolution MoneyExchange
Just when I thought I couldn’t take another online money transfer product, I was introduced to Revolution MoneyExchange. My familiarity and pas
Why the Boycott Isn’t Working
I hear it all the time. Some disgruntled consumer, employee, patron or the like decides that a boycott is in order. In theory, a
5 Money Rules That'll Save You Big in Baby's First Year
Having a baby might seem like a never-ending money suck, but there are easy ways to save money in your baby's first year.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Thanksgiving Tradition?
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Best Money Tips: Free Things to Do in the Summer
Today we found some great articles on free things to do in the summer, getting free medication prescriptions, and budgeting when having a baby.
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Ask the Readers: What Was Your First Job?
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5 Steps to Take When You Get Sued
If you find yourself the target of a civil lawsuit, don't panic. Understand what you need to do to protect yourself — and your money.
Here's What Happens to a Mortgage in a Divorce
Divorce is messy. And step one is figuring out how to split ways with your biggest shared asset; your home.
Best Money Tips: Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car
Today we found some fantastic articles on questions to ask when buying a used car, summer fun for frugalists, and resume tips and tricks.
Happily Ever After: How to Stay Married for 29 Years (and Counting)
What's the secret to staying together for a long, long, long time? Hear what one woman who's been happily married for almost 30 years has to say.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in August
Hard to believe summer is almost gone — almost as hard to believe as the deals you can find on lawn and garden supplies and LCD TVs.
6 Money Myths About Stay-At-Home Moms
Being a stay-at-home mom isn't all mid-day naps and clipping coupons. Learn why SAH moms are financially savvy and so much more than a stereotype.
Flashback Friday: The 76 Best Life Lessons You Should Learn by 30
Wanna live your best life by age 30? Here's everything you need to do.
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10 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes
Reducing your risk of developing diabetes is not complicated. All you need is the willingness to make a few simple lifestyle changes.