With the help of an electric generator, you can keep your home going even when the power goes out. Find out which of these top-rated generators will work best for you.
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Many parents find themselves saddled with a mortgage well into retirement. Learn how to help your folks pay off theirs without taking on the debt yourself.
Many households are just one layoff, one illness, one interest-rate hike away from financial catastrophe. Follow these strategies to avoid being one of them.
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The 5 Best Generators
With the help of an electric generator, you can keep your home going even when the power goes out. Find out which of these top-rated generators will work best for you.
10 No-Sweat Workouts Perfect for the Workplace
These workplace workouts will keep you fit (and energized), despite all the long hours at the office.
Ask the Readers: Do You Have the Tools? (Chance to win MS Office!)
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You Should Always Negotiate a Raise: Here Are 10 Reasons Why
“It never hurts to ask” is especially true when it comes to salary. Before you settle for what's offered, consider these 10 reasons to ask for more.
8 Frugal Skills You Need to Survive Black Friday
Black Friday looms large on the horizon. Arm yourself with the skills of a frugal shopper, and you'll never waste a penny on another deceptive doorbuster.
13 Easy Ways to Improve Your Brain
Keep your brain in top form with these easy — and fun — exercises and resources. Go ahead, get smarter!
One Thing You Need to Do to Be Happy and Improve Your Relationships
Discover how one technique can help you move forward, joyfully.
6 Things Financial Aid Might Not Cover
It's that time of year when students and parents are figuring out how to pay for college. Find out what financial aid covers — and what it doesn't.
8 Ways to Take a Break at Work (and Still Look Busy)
Taking breaks at work makes us happier and more productive — but justifying those breaks can be hard. Here are eight ways to make 'em happen.
13 Creative Ways to Avoid Spending Money
You're trying to stick to your budget, but it's really hard to stop spending! Resist the urge to spend with these 13 tricks of the tight-fisted.
11 Terrifying Things That Can Happen When Someone Steals Your Phone (And How You Can Protect It)
Your smartphone is stuffed with piles of personal data, which means the loss of a smartphone really… smarts. Take steps to protect it.
12 Places to Keep Your Money Safe — And Growing
Sure, you could stuff your money into a mattress, but these 12 savings vehicles keep your money safe and they help it grow a little.
The 10 Stupidest Things Smart People Say
You're smart, wise, savvy — so stop saying these 10 words and phrases that make you look stupid!
How (and Why) to Help Your Parents Pay Off Their Mortgage
Many parents find themselves saddled with a mortgage well into retirement. Learn how to help your folks pay off theirs without taking on the debt yourself.
Always Use Cash for These 5 Things
Nothing's easier for paying than swiping plastic, but cash is still king, and sometimes it'll save you some money, too.
12 Unusual (But Necessary!) Staples to Add to Your Pantry
Flour, oil, spices, rice — every basic pantry has those. Up your pantry-ante with these specialty aisle must-haves that make any meal memorable.
Are Your Finances Fragile?
Many households are just one layoff, one illness, one interest-rate hike away from financial catastrophe. Follow these strategies to avoid being one of them.
Why Now's the Right Time to Jumpstart Your Career
Americans have more job opportunities than ever before. Are you making the most of it?
15 Easy and Delicious Cast Iron Skillet Recipes
A cast iron skillet is good for more than making delicious home fries. Put your skillet to work for lunch, dinner, and dessert, too!
5 Ways to Boost Your Odds of Retiring Early
You don't have to wait 'til your 60s to retire. Make an early retirement a real possibility with some simple steps you can take today.