My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
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Win a Ticket to the I_Blog Conference!
I'm speaking at this year's I_Blog Conference in Perry, Iowa and you can win a ticket to attend!
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6 Cheap Ways to Entertain Your Kids This Summer
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My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
5 Tips for My Career-Clueless College Self
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
Beat the Clock with Frugal and Simple Valentine's Day Ideas
Americans will shell out more than $15 billion for Valentine's Day gifts this year, but you don't have to empty your pockets to have a romantic day.
How to Never Succumb to Impulse Spending Again
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Sometimes you only get one shot — and that's exactly why you need to craft the perfect elevator pitch.
How to Prevent a Drunken Online Shopping Spree
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Why I Choose to Rent Instead of Buy
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The 2-Pronged Strategy for Postrecession Success
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