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Are You a Credit Invisible? Get Seen by Building Your Score

A credit history shows lenders what kind of borrower you are, and without one, you may as well be invisible. Start showing lenders who you are!

15+ Important Financial Dates to Mark on Your Calendar

Make sure to add these important financial dates to your 2018 calendar. Your money may depend on it!

6 Simple Ways to Save Money by Tracking Your Receipts

Don't toss that receipt! Find out how to use that little scrap of paper to uncover some serious savings.

Best Money Tips: How to Get More Out of Your Job

Today we found articles on how to get more out of your job, college skills that will serve you well outside the classroom, and simple ways to be less addicted to your smartphone.

The Case of the Martini: Is Instant Gratification Financially Responsible?

Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).

Is this the end of YouTube?

GoogleWatch , one of my fav blogs about one of my fav resources, reported today on the $1billion lawsuit served to Google by Viacom . And so did almost every other news network around. I found over 1400 stories on it...this one is big it seems. [more]

Best Money Tips: Free Items You Should Take From Hotels

Today we found some great articles on free items you should take from hotels, questions to ask before hiring a financial advisor, and where to find freebies.

6 Summer Party Ideas That Won't Break the Bank

What's better than a mid-summer get-together with friends? A mid-summer get-together that's simple to plan and easy to pay for!

Is Plastic Killing Us? The True Cost of Convenience

Plastic is really hard to avoid. In fact, it's everywhere. Clothing, mattresses, furniture, carpet - plastic is used to prevent fires as well as food stains. And now, plastic is in an even more exciting place! Your bloodstream. [more]

US Mint offers 2 for 1 on new $1 coins. Double your money!

Buy George! In an unprecedented marketing move by the US Mint, banks tomorrow will begin exchanging $1 bills for TWO of the new $1 coins, released only a few weeks ago. Got a $1 bill? Get $2 in coins back. Got 100 $1 bills? Get $200 in coins. [more]

Raising Financially Savvy Kids: Highlights from Our Chat with Jump$tart

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Jump$tart on raising financially savvy kids.

20 Cheap Fun Things to Do With Kids This Weekend

Go on, let the kids enjoy their summer — it doesn't have to cost a fortune! Entertain them for free or close to it with these fun activities.

The 5 Best Things to Buy or Sell on Craigslist

It's easy to get lost in the thicket that is Craigslist, but these hot ticket items are your best bets, whether you're buying or selling.

Best Money Tips: How to Prepare for a Road Trip

Today we found some fantastic articles on preparing for a road trip, using your credit cards to make and save money, and getting reduced prices on Amazon.

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How to Host an Awesome Frugal Movie Night

Skip that expensive movie theater trip. Instead, follow these suggestions to host a great movie night at home, featuring comfy seating and amazing snacks.

9 Ways to Save on Prescriptions

Whether it's cutting coupons or buying generic, prescription drug costs can be whittled down with a little insight... and this free advice!

Best Money Tips: Tips for Reducing Your Water Bill

Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for reducing your water bill, banking tips for 20-somethings, and early retirement risks.

The Frugal Balance: Staying Away from Financial Extremes

One of the most underrated financial x-factors in our lives is our relationship with money and the inner psychology of how we deal with our finances. I suspect that it is bec