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If you're one of the millions of Americans who made a financial New Year's resolution, after almost a month, you might need an inspiration boost. So, check out these stories of three real people on the way to achieving ambitious financial goals this year.

Those package deals on cable, phone and Internet often aren't the deals they're cracked up to be. Don't pay extra for services you don't really need. Here are three ways to save money on "triple play" bills in 2013.

Nobody wants to pay more than they have to for what they buy, and with all the deal-finding tools out there, there's no reason you should have to. From barcode-scanning apps to browser extensions that automatically seek out lower prices and coupon codes, here are a some of our favorites.

Every year, the top New Year's resolutions are to lose weight, pay down debt, and save more money. While gym floors are packed in January and plenty of people start a diet, getting a handle on your finances can be overwhelming. But as with any regimen, the key to trimming your spending is to...

Avis Budget's purchase of Zipcar embeds the car rental company in the heart of the fast-growing car-sharing business. But the more interesting and price-friendly trend in car rental is being powered by companies that don't own any vehicles at all.

When it comes to keeping New Year's resolutions, plenty of us don't have such great track records. But most people who made financial resolutions in 2012 kept them, which makes them a smart addition to your annual ritual. To set the stage for your success in 2013, here are 13 resolutions to consider.

Even with the holiday season receding in the rear-view mirror, there's still plenty of discounting taking place at big retailers. Here are a few of the better deals that you can take advantage of this weekend.

Want to save some money in the new year? Want to maybe even make some extra money? In honor of the Great Calendar Flip-Over, we've assembled a list of 13 websites that can help you do just that.

December 31 is the time to take a tipple or two. But excess revelry has a way of casting a bit of a shadow on the New Year. If you overindulge on the last day of 2012, here are a few suggestions to help you start 2013 with a little less pain.

Most American holidays center around home cooking. Except New Year's Eve, when the table is covered with expensive imported delicacies. We have some suggestions for keeping your New Year's celebration a little more local--and affordable--without trading off luxury.

When it comes to making coins, the Mint isn't getting its two cents worth. In some cases, it doesn't even get half of that. A penny costs more than two cents and a nickel costs more than 11 cents to make and distribute.

Monday was Free Shipping Day, and if you're not done with your holiday shopping, you could be forgiven for thinking you'd missed out on your last chance to get free shipping on gifts. But don't fret: There are still ways you can dodge those pesky shipping fees.

Monday was Free Shipping Day. So is Tuesday. In fact, every day is. No, not officially: The official event is Dec. 17, the last day retailers will guarantee a pre-Christmas delivery. But so many retailers always offer ways to get free shipping, they need a new gimmick -- like free returns.

If you're bemoaning a lack of cash and of closet space, try solving both problems in one fell swoop. But with so many ways to sell your used fashions, it can be tough finding the right one for you. DailyFinance breaks down the options so you can find the right fit for your personality.

As the end of the year approaches, it's important to make sure you're not leaving any money on the table when it comes to your workplace benefits. If you don't take the right steps now, you could lose your chance to maximize your savings, so run through this list of must-do tips before Dec. 31.

Next weekend brings Super Saturday -- the last Saturday before Christmas, and one of the busiest shopping days of the year. If you don't want to get stuck in the mob scene, you should finish your shopping sooner -- like now. To help, we've rounded up some of the best deals on offer this weekend.

Between New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the period that the travel industry calls Dead Week. Bookings drop off sharply, and so cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and rental car agencies all offer amazing discounts. Here's how to make the most of those post-holiday deals.