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12 free printable budget worksheets and Google Sheets templates

By Carley Millhone | Updated December 5, 2022

If you struggle with money — or you have a specific goal to save money going into the new year — following a budget can help you stay on track. Budget worksheets provide a basic layout...

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Is my boyfriend cheating? 5 cheating apps and 11 signs to look for

By Liz Chojnacki | Updated December 3, 2022

If you think your boyfriend may be cheating on you, private investigator Ken Childs says the first step is to trust your instincts. “90% of the time, people's suspicions are substantiated,” says Childs, whose Los...

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20+ ways to get free money now to help pay bills

By Cynthia Measom | Updated December 1, 2022

Making ends meet is more difficult with the cost of inflation. And even though consumers have seen some recent relief in certain sectors, such as gas and clothing, financial experts are predicting overall costs will...

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33 gaslighting examples + advice from experts

By Ashley Welch | Updated November 29, 2022

Has anyone ever said something to you that’s made you question your reality? If so, you might be the victim of gaslighting, a form of emotional abuse in which the abuser deliberately tries to make...

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Personal check cashing “near me:” 19 places to go

By Cynthia Measom | Updated November 19, 2022

In a world of direct deposits and money transfer apps that make sending and receiving cash easy and instant, paper checks have fallen to the wayside. However, if you do receive a paper check, there...

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19 reasons why alimony is unfair and hurts gender equality

By Emma Johnson | Updated November 17, 2022

I blindly grew up and into my 30s assuming the standard-issue feminist party line: Women's work is uncompensated and undervalued. When women become stay-at-home mothers, that benefits men's careers, and when the marriage ends, she...

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Why is child support so unfair to fathers? A case for needed reform

By Emma Johnson | Updated November 16, 2022

In my work writing about women, money and family in the United States, there are two prevailing issues: Here’s the answer: Start all custody negotiations at a default 50/50 equally shared parenting time and custody,...

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15 coins worth money now: Do you have any at your house?

By Leighann Bacher | Updated November 16, 2022

The rare coin market has doubled in the past decade and gold and silver prices have hit record highs in past month (despite a January 30 drop) and many people are seeking out alternative investments....

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Care.com review: Is this a trustworthy site?

By Hailey Hudson | Updated November 14, 2022

Care.com connects clients and providers of childcare, senior care, pet care, housekeeping, and other professional services. Whether you’re a family looking to hire someone or you are looking for jobs as a housekeeper, nanny, or...

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Equally shared parenting: Is it for you? Here are the pros and cons

By Emma Johnson | Updated November 13, 2022

Many people assume that both parents have rights to equal time with their kids should they divorce or separate. This is mostly false. In the majority of cases, kids spend the majority of time with...

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Hinge reviews: Is it worth it?

By Bianca Mendez | Updated November 9, 2022

Hinge has always been one of my favorite dating apps, and for good reason. It's one of the few dating apps out there that (in my opinion) really wants to help you find love. The...

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Dating as a single dad? Advice for single dads you should know

By Leighann Bacher | Updated November 5, 2022

If you’re a single dad venturing into the world of dating again, you face unique challenges other bachelors do not — like dating around custody schedules, navigating potential partners’ appetite for men with kids, and...

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Gold and diamond appraisals: How and where to get jewelry appraised

By Emma Johnson | Updated November 4, 2022

A jewelry appraisal is a statement that includes a detailed description of your fine jewelry as well as its retail value. A jewelry appraisal is performed by a certified appraiser after a detailed inspection. A...

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Coin machines and more: 9 ways to cash in coins

By Cynthia Measom | Updated November 3, 2022

If you have lots of loose change lying around, you can convert it into spendable cash. While you can search for “coin-counting machines near me” or “Coinstar near me,” there are other places to turn...

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6 benefits of parenting classes and where to find them

By Emma Johnson | Updated October 28, 2022

Whether you’re going through a divorce, need to satisfy a court order, or you just want to become a better mom, dad or caregiver, parenting classes can help you build a healthier relationship with your...

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