Who says you have to play by the rules when it comes to dating? Sometimes it pays to do things your own way. Kick these rules and free yourself from old guidelines that don't apply to today's dating scene.

Singles should bring their breath mints and leave their phones at home say dating experts who reveal the worst seven deal-breakers of first dates for men and women.

Are there any lies that are OK to tell on a first date? Yes, you can lie a little if you want to. In fact, maybe you should. Check out these top five acceptable lies for a first date.

Texting is quick, convenient, and usually makes your life more pleasant... except when you come face to face with the 10 worst texting offenses in the world. Check 'em out below, plus some advice on how to stop offenders in their tracks.

Single women, you have to be careful with us guys -- even though we pretend not to be so sensitive -- and realize what signal you're sending. Here are five that say: I really really like you... for anyone else but me.

Your guy probably doesn't realize how much info he's spilling just sitting there -- but you will, after you read these insider dating tips. Here, 10 signs that he's hiding something important.

Sick of overanalyzing every word that guys say? So are we, which is why we went straight to the source to find out what his guy-speak really means.

How to covertly encourage the man you've been eyeing to make the first move. Dating blogger Ryan Dodge provides insightful tips to reel in a potential mate encounter at a party.

Pick-up artist and bestselling author of "The Game" Neil Strauss breaks the guy code and tells you how to become an expert flirt in nine steps.

Texting is the new calling, which means there's a whole new battleground for romance -- and a new set of rules to play by in today's dating world. Start your flirty texting education here, with advice from two experts on the subject.