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A Danish mom drops her young son at his school in Copenhagen.

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Denmark’s generous parental leave policies erase eighty percent of the ‘motherhood penalty’

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There are websites that can help lower some monthly expenses.

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Consumers share 6 little known websites that offer valuable, money-saving services for free

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No more new pennies.

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After over 230 years, we say goodbye to the penny. Here’s how much it cost to make one.

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Experts and consumers reveal 11 marketing terms and phrases that mean absolutely nothing

Many chemicals are considered “all-natural.”

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Tax pros share the 5 'craziest,' 'dumbest' things they've seen people try to write off

"Strip club costs"

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Are you a good tipper? Turns out your generation might have something to do with it.

Gen Z, we have some interesting news.

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4 frugal habits of older generations that younger people find weird or obsolete

Do people still drive all over town in search of cheap gas?

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6 frugal meals for families that feel like you’re eating like a king

You can eat well for less.

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A surprising new map shows the 10 states where people can live entirely on their Social Security

It can still be done if you know where to look.

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77-year-old retired teacher moves onto a cruise ship because it's cheaper than a traditional home

Here's what it costs to live a life at sea.

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Steve Wozniak responds to Internet commenter's criticism with a profound answer about happiness

The Apple co-founder jumped into the comments section about selling his Apple stock so early.

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Dave Ramsey calls cost of living raises 'insulting' and shares how he decides what to pay people

This makes a lot of sense.

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Server ingeniously settles score with customer who tipped fake $100 bill to impress his date

The server retributed the impolite customer's action intelligently. And in return, they received a $50 tip!

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Man in his 30s recycles nearly half a million cans to earn a down payment on a house

He had an epiphany after a music festival.

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Office worker saves $2,500 a year by packing this simple, nutritious $1.25-a-day meal

He even declines the office pizza and donuts.

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Walmart executive reveals ultimate 'red flag' that holds people back and 5 ways to get ahead

She manages more than 2.1 million Walmart employees.

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Gen Zer shares their budget on a full-time job. Millennials share in their rage.

They work 6 days a week and still live at home.

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America's most luxurious affordable home: A tiny house that sells for under $11,000 on Amazon

This tricked out new house costs less than a used car.

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