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The 6 Most Important Health Appointments You Must Stop Avoiding

It's easy to delay or even skip visits to the doctor or dentist. Here's why you need to make — and keep — your important annual visits.

The frugal traveler may want to steer clear of these super pricey holiday hangouts. But go ahead and window shop — it's fun!

Haven't started your holiday shopping yet? Good! Because in this case, the late bird gets the worm.

Question: Who in your life needs a nap? Answer: Everyone! Here's what to get them for the holidays.

Make — and keep! — these simple money resolutions in the new year. Your finances will thank you.

If you've been looking for ways to convince your boss to let you work fewer or more flexible hours — for the same pay — send him this link.

They say looking at the glass half empty is no way to live, but it might be the best way to steer clear of debt.

From subscription services to cooling off, you can shave 50 bucks — or more — off your monthly spend with these tips and tools, no sweat.

Deflation is back in the news, and for good reason: It's a real risk.

Even rats regret settling for second best. Decide what you really want, figure out how to reach it, and you'll never regret it later.

Who's smarter — older siblings or younger ones? It all depends on when you ask.

Why is it so hard to climb out of debt? Because it's so easy to fall into.

If you have the right tools, you can always get a deal. Learn how to always get what you want, at the price you want.

Floaty, foamy pool noodles have a million and one uses. Here are 20 to get you started.

Your commute may seem like a waste of time, but it may actually be the best time to optimize your finances — even if you're behind the wheel.

You want a higher credit limit, but your lender isn't on board. Some smart money moves now can solve this problem before you ask again.

In honor Momofuku Ando, we look back on the delightfully frugal and delicious dish that is ramen.

"Mo money, mo problems" — unless you're smart about it. You may not have their millions, but you can take a lesson from rap's sharpest money moguls.

TV shows like "Hoarders" are hot right now. But beyond the voyeurism, what lessons can we learn from them about our own relationships with stuff?

Looking for a dull, but financially eye-opening home project? Great! Today, we're going to build an amortization schedule. [more]