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U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Credit Card Review

The U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Credit Card offers a low APR for those with good credit.

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Rolling Stone article on ethanol

In my recent post Plan for expensive fuel, I mentioned sustainable fuels in a somewhat dismissive fashion. [more]

Where Are my Photos? Picturebug Goes out of Business

Today I received a notice that Picturebug is going out of business.

4 New Year Budget Resolutions You Should Make Now

Chances are you'll make one or two financial resolutions on New Year's Eve. All we're saying is: Why wait?

Best Money Tips: Best Items to Buy Now

Today we found some fantastic articles on the best items to buy now, smart things to do with your tax refund, and the cheapest cars to own for five years.

Savers suffering as rates fall--what to do

Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year.  There was a simple reason--banks needed the money.  With the cr

What's an employee to do? Part 2

The trend toward replacing traditional employees with varying combinations of temps, contractors, outsourcing, and off-shoring is old news now.  That gives us a bit of perspective

Best Money Tips: Save When Building the Home of Your Dreams

Today we found some stellar articles on saving when building the home of your dreams, getting money in a hurry, and finding a great financial adviser.

Ask the Readers: What Was Your Best Investment in 2017?

Tell us about your best investment in 2017 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Brands?

Tell us about your favorite brands and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

6 Financial Mistakes We Don't Make Anymore (and 2 We Still Do)

Once burned twice shy applies to personal finance, too. The Great Recession taught many of us to improve our financial ways, mostly for the better.

8 of Your Childhood Heroes Filed for Bankruptcy

Honest Abe's not the only role model to have filed for Chapter 11.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 11/21

Today's deals include 50% off popular TV shows, 50% off boots, 40% off Crayola gifts, and more!

4 Ways This Little Known Health Benefit Saves You and Your Boss Real Money

These free employee benefit programs can change your life. Why are so few of us using them?

5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 12/17

Today's deals include 50% Off Infant and Preschool Toys, 70% Off New Balance Fitness Clothing, 20 Kindle Books for $2 each, and more!

Best Money Tips: Pantry and Freezer Staples You Should Buy in Bulk

Today we found articles on staples that are worth buying in bulk, strategies to increase the value of your estate, and how to make money on Airbnb.

How to Turn Your Black Thumb Green

Don't let past failures keep you out of the garden this year. Grow your own flowers, veggies, and herbs with these simple tricks!

Best Money Tips: How to Deal With Unexpected Holiday Expenses

Today we found articles on ways to deal with unexpected holiday expenses, a hack for wrapping really large gifts, and tips for reducing your water bill.

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