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Smart spending means picking and choosing the things that matter to you. Here's a list of my top five things I splurge on.

Becoming a first-time home buyer can require taking many different routes, some less conventional than others. Here are some tips to help you along.

Learn how to deal with Sandwich Generation stress, so you can save for retirement, support aging parents, finance college -- and still succeed.

How a contract works depends on 4 essentials.

Purchasing a home before having its sewage disposal system thoroughly vetted could end up costing you thousands of dollars in septic tank expenses.

Buying a home with zero down is a possibility, even if you are not a Veteran. With a down payment grant you can actually purchase a home with zero down.

Have you recently experienced a lost wallet while traveling? Here is an exact step-by-step guide on what you should do if you lose your wallet abroad.

What to know about home insurance and how to shop for homeowner's insurance, even if you already have coverage.

Air conditioners use 5% of all the electricity produced in the U.S. Beat the heat by following these tips to save on air conditioning costs.

Finding a job after college isn’t easy. New graduates face a tough job market scarce with work opportunities. Follow these tips to get a job.

Learn about closing on a home you're selling from someone who has been through it. How one person sold a foreclosure at a profit and navigated closing.

With the winter cold melting away, millions of families are planning to travel this summer. We have tips on making your family vacation fun and affordable.

Read about one person's attempt to switch from a regular bank to a bluebird card by American Express.

Being a landlord is an important responsibility. Learn about what it's like to rent an apartment to friends, and renting an apartment to others.

Here are seven vacation costs you're overpaying for that you can recoup with some smart planning.