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6 Ways Workaholism Is Costing You Money

Putting in long hours at work often means a bigger paycheck. But what about when burning the midnight oil ends up costing you money?

This Interview Technique Will Get You Hired

Don't let your next job interview become another tale about the one that got away. Use this key technique to present the most employable you.

31 Reasons Why I'm in Love With Thrift Shopping (and You Should Be Too)

Oh thrift store, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways!

4 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Credit Increase

Before you ask your credit card provider for a limit increase, take the time to ask yourself a few questions, too.

When Does Your Credit Card Start Charging Interest on a Purchase?

There's a lot that goes into a credit card's interest rate. The most important thing you need to know is when you'll be charged for it.

Save Time and Money With a Monthly Assembly (or Bulk) Cooking Weekend

Imagine all your weekday meals prepped and ready after your commute — and still homemade and frugal. Make it real with your own home-cooking assembly line.

Why You Pay More at the Grocery Store (and How to Stop)

Grocer tricks and bad habits lead you to pay more than you need to for groceries. Learn how to break free and save more on your food.

The financial wisdom of Fight Club

“The first rule of Fight Club – We Do Not Talk About Fight Club.” Everyone who’s seen the movie remembers that. But what about something Tyler Durden, the anarchist extraordinaire,

How to Cut the Cost of a Hospital Stay

Don't let a hefty hospital bill add insult to injury. Figure out where you can cut costs for your stay.

The 5 Best Memory Foam Mattress Toppers

Getting a good night's sleep isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these memory foam mattress toppers and you'll be able to catch all the z's.

Does Your Teenager Really Need a Credit Card?

Does your teenager actually need a credit card? Probably.

TurboTax: New features, and a chance to win a copy

The kind folks at Intuit have given us some free copies of TurboTax. I snagged one that I'm going to use to do my taxes, and once I'm done, I'll post a review and tell

You Can’t Save if You Don’t Try

There has been much discussion about whether certain money-saving strategies are worth your time. In a recent article in Parade Magazine, Tim Harford alerts us to “Bargains That A

8 Cheap Ways to Play Video Games

If you can resist the urge to have the latest console and games, there are lots of terrific video games available at terrific discounts — online and off. Here's where to look.

15 Life Skills You Can Learn in 30 Minutes or Less

Improve your life and save money with these 15 easy-to-learn skills!

House Hunting? These Features Will Save You Big Over the Long Haul

When looking for the house of your dreams, these money-saving home features will bring you the most bang for your buck over time.

Best Money Tips: The Downsides to Early Retirement

Today we found articles on the downsides to early retirement, clever Alexa commands you will use over and over again, and creative ways to save money this summer.

The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Working From Home

Working from home is not all pajamas and afternoon naps. If you want to keep your job, you actually have to work, too.

10 Things I've Learned From Grocery Shopping on a Budget

Making and sticking to a grocery budget hasn't just helped our finances -- it's taught us a thing or two about money, food and life.

Cheap Hotel Rates with Hotwire

Traveling is an incredible experience, but it's not cheap. Finding a cheap hotel room that doesn't look or feel cheap feels like an impossible task. But it can be done if you're