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14 loving but inexpensive Valentine gifts

Article: Want a Valentine's Day without new debt? Here are 14 frugal ways to express your love.

Go to the gym or work out at home?

Article: Do you work out at home to save money or spend the extra dollars for motivation?

What's on sale in February

Article: From swimwear to blueberries to winter jackets, here's what's on sale in February.

The world's most expensive Valentine's Day

Article: With $250 for a piece of chocolate and $2,500 for a card, plan to spend big on Valentine's Day.

7 magnificently pricey celebrity weddings

Article: Think your wedding cost an arm and a leg? Check out the price tags on these celeb weddings.

6 money tips from popular movie romances

Article: Think there's no money advice in romantic comedies? You could learn from Harry and Sally.

3 ways to split the rent with roommates

Article: When roomies have unequal income, try one of these ways to divvy up the rent and monthly bills.

Cost of living in George Washington's time

Article: How much did booze cost George Washington? Imbibe this and other cost-of-living facts.

Spend less on romantic weekend getaways

Article: Don't tell your beloved you booked a romantic trip on the cheap. That's our little secret.

5 ways to save on an engagement ring

Article: Dazzle your future bride with a stunning engagement ring and your excellent financial sense.

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