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In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
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A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
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You can always tell when inflation has become ingrained in an economy--you start hearing people say, "Buy now before the price goes up!" I remember hearing that a lot in the late
It’s not news that women tend to hit glass ceilings in the workplace far sooner than men do. It’s also not news that women tend to earn less money than their male counterparts in e
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The Letter Always Wins
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The Make You Wanna Holla Presentation
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Using Time Horizons to Make Smarter Investments
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Book review: Reinventing Collapse
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Why save during an inflation?
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What to Do (and Not Do) When You're in a Car Accident
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How to Find the Best Stuff at HomeGoods
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Best Money Tips: Save on Back-to-School Shopping
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Women Are Responsible For Inequalities in the Workplace
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Best Money Tips: WaMu Go Bye-Bye?
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