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Have you ever really thought about your spending habits? Being aware of what you’re spending your money on and why is an important first step on your way to financial sucess. Let the journey begin!

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Why You Should Be Buying Your Slippers from Costco

Time to get cozy, thanks to Costco!


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20 Grocery Store Items with the Highest Markups

You can save a bundle by learning how to get the best deals on these surprisingly expensive items


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The Amazing Perk of Buying Gift Cards from Costco

Get ready to save up to 25 percent.


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10 Times Swiping Your Debit Card Puts Your Money at Risk

Stick with credit or cash, or you could lose A LOT of money.


15 Things You May Not Want to Buy at the Airport

Traveling is expensive enough. Don't make it more so by buying any of these items while you're at the airport.


18 Shopping Secrets Teachers Use When Buying Back-to-School Supplies

No one knows school supplies like teachers, so you'll want to steal their strategies for big-time back-to-school savings.


15 Questions Everyone Should Ask Before Buying Their First Home

So you've decided that you're ready to buy your very first home. Congratulations! Buying your first home is a huge...

13 Savvy Shopping Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew All Along

The bad news: You're probably overpaying every time you buy something. The really good news: We're about to change all...


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17 Things to Always Buy at the Supermarket—Besides Food

If you're only buying things you can chew, you're missing out on the real values of your local grocery store....


Here’s Why You’re Probably Overpaying for Medicine

Does your prescription plan include an expensive “clawback”? Here's why that should worry you.


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11 “Disposables” You Should Stop Buying Now

By switching to reusable baggies, bottles, towels, jars, and more you'll save money—and the environment.


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13 Things You Need to Know Before Grocery Shopping Online

Reclaim your weekends and save money with these tips for online grocery shopping that will have you successfully avoiding the...


10 Secrets No One Tells You About Shopping at BJ’s

BJ’s is way more than your typical wholesale grocery store. These shopping perks will make you want to become a...


13 Surprising Things That Cost More for Women

The American Association of University Women found that women working full-time in the U.S. were only paid 80 percent of...


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This Is Why You Need to Start Buying Gas at Costco

Costco is more than just a cheap place for groceries! Those discounted prices can apply to a majority of your...


You’ll Never Believe That THIS Is the Most Popular Makeup Brand in America

Despite shopping in department and specialty stores, American women overwhelmingly favor this type of makeup, according to a new survey.


11 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score and Fix Your Credit

A good credit score is essential for life milestones such as purchasing your first home or car. Don't make the...

26 Real Estate Terms You Need to Know Before Buying a House

Real estate has its own share of lingo and some of it is hard to understand. Build your home buyer...


13 Things Credit Card Companies Know About You

How you wield that little piece of plastic can reveal how well you care for your home, the state of...


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These Costco Shopping Tips Will Save You Tons of Money

Get ready to save BIG at this popular wholesale store.


5 Shopping Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

Before you buy one more present, try these tips.


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6 Insurance Policies That Aren’t Worth the Money

"Insurance is meant to protect against the really big stuff that rains down on you," says Fair Oaks, California, insurance...