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The 3 Most Common LinkedIn Scams and How to Spot Them

LinkedIn is a valuable networking resource, but it's also attractive to fraudsters. Here's what you need to know about common...


What Is Walmart Plus, and Is It Worth It?

With prices rising everywhere, a subscription service like Walmart Plus can help stretch your shopping dollars. The key is making...


Run, Don’t Walk: Shop the Best Shoe Deals of Spring and Save Up to 65%

Shop these shoe deals and find your sole mate. Score up to 60% off select boots, shoes and slippers for...


This One Habit Prevents Me from Living Paycheck to Paycheck

My bills felt overwhelming until I started saving with a sinking fund. Here's how this financial strategy changed everything for...


I Was Finally Able to Get Out of Debt with This Mindset Shift

I tried every money-saving strategy in the book. None of it worked until I traded my scarcity mindset for an...


Shop These Jewelry Sales for Upscale Gifts at a Low Price

Shop for that special someone on your list for less without compromising quality with these Valentine's Day jewelry sales. Save...


How to Get Coupons That’ll Slash Your Bills by Hundreds a Year

Want to save tons of money without investing a ton of time? Here are nine easy ways to get coupons...


This Secret Amazon Basics Section Has Hundreds of Deals on Overstock Items

Gone are the days when window shopping entails listless strolling through a crowded mall. Our Sales Editor did the hard...

I Meal Plan Every Week—and It Saves Me Thousands of Dollars a Year

An hour of meal planning each week saves me about $500 a month. Here's how I do it.


17 Things You Can Score for Free

From free food to free books, there's a lot of stuff out there that's free for the taking. You just...


Fight Shrinkflation: This Resource Can Help You Spot Products That Are Quietly Shrinking in Size

A consumer advocate's website called Mouse Print is calling out companies who are selling less for more.


10 Instagram Scams Everyone Should Watch Out For

By all means, enjoy the fun of this social media site. But also be aware that Instagram scams abound.


How to Negotiate: 9 Negotiating Tips for Any Situation

With these expert tips, you'll learn how to negotiate with confidence, strength and kindness—and get more of what you want


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Save money—and the planet—while shopping these thrift stores online. Did we mention you'll score some pretty unique fashion too?


5 Money-Saving Hacks to Save on All Your Streaming Services

With the prices of Disney and Hulu on the rise, consider some of these tips to save money on all...


What Reader’s Digest Editors Are Buying From Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty Sale

During the Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Sale, top-selling brands like Tarte and Clinique are available for 50% off—and new...


I Can’t Stop Thinking About These Wayfair Black Friday Deals for 2022

These early Wayfair Black Friday deals are making us crazy—here are the lowest prices that you need to...

Buying Ticketmaster Tickets? Here’s the Hidden Travel Hack You Didn’t Know About.

Get more from your next Ticketmaster purchase with this simple tip.


These Vacuum Deals Leave High Prices in the Dust

Banish dirt with these incredible vacuum deals and save up to 80% on top brands like iRobot, Bissell and Dyson.


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How to Spot a Fake Instagram Account

It’s not always easy to identify fake Instagram accounts, but these expert tips will help protect you from scammers

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Memorial Day Mattress Deals for the Best Night’s Sleep You’ve Ever Had

Don't sleep on these mattress deals—shop now and save as much as $900!


Chewy’s Limited-Time Daily Deals Have Essential Pet Care Items Starting at Only $1

Buying for an aggressive chewer or a finicky feline? Chewy deals have you covered with savings of up to 66%...


My Elderly Mom Was Forced to Spend Thousands to Fight a Fake Eviction Notice

The fake eviction notice was just the beginning. Bullying, slander, threats and harassment are daily occurrences for elderly residents of...

The Money Secrets of People Who Retire Early

The FIRE movement can help you figure out how to retire while you're young—and have plenty of money to enjoy...


What the Kroger and Albertson’s Grocery Merger Could Mean for Your Wallet

Kroger and Albertsons are merging to become the second largest grocery retailers in the US. What does this mean?


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If you download one of the best budget apps, that smartphone in your hand can help you make the most...


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With instances of digital fraud skyrocketing, learning how to identify a scammer is becoming an increasingly important life skill in...


6 Common Crypto Scams to Watch Out For

If you trade cryptocurrency (or are thinking about it), you need to know about these common crypto scams


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Elder financial abuse is on the rise, but it doesn't have to be a problem for you or a loved...