The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
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Today, we share how to get more out of work without asking for a raise, additional uses for cooking spray and toothpaste, and ways to start your day bright and early.
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5 Money Lessons From the Third World
My family moved to Papua New Guinea, and the money lessons we've received have been important, surprising, and priceless.
The 5 Best Bluetooth Earphones
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Best Money Tips: Saving on Designer Wear and Apparel
Today we found some wonderful articles on saving on designer wear and apparel, tips to stick to your budget, and saving on food costs this summer.
How to Minimize Cell Phone Charges When You Travel Abroad
International roaming charges on cellular phones are super expensive. Beat those high prices with some clever workarounds.
6 Personal Finance Books You Should Read
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6 Pieces of Credit Card Tech That Will Blow Your Mind
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Sinking Dollar: This Time on Purpose
The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
These 6 Things Will Make Your Next Flight More Comfortable
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Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save on Clothing
Today we found some amazing articles on smart ways to save on clothing, getting your dream job, and tips for successful investing.
3 TV Must-Haves Once You Cut the Cable Cord
Cutting the cable cord is a great way to save money. These services and gizmos will make the snip a snap.
8 Simple Ways to De-Stink Your Stuff
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Best Money Tips: Feel Better, Look Younger
Today, we share an easy way to feel and look better, a strategy to convince your spouse to help manage your finances, trips for growing basil at home, and more!
15 Little Ways to Make Yourself a Better Person While Watching TV Tonight
Face it, there really isn't much "must -see TV" these days. Augment your next tube watching session with these little life improvers.
How These 8 Company Stocks Fared Following Scandal
From oil spills to exploding phones, these companies are no strangers to scandal. How has it affected their shareholders?
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Best Money Tips: Increase Your Income Without a Raise
Today, we share how to get more out of work without asking for a raise, additional uses for cooking spray and toothpaste, and ways to start your day bright and early.
6 Areas Where You Can Eliminate Distractions
Do you have a black hole of distractions sucking you into the vortex of non-productivity? Here's how to get focused.
Adventures in Retail Tedium
I battled my way through a popular chain clothing store, and all I got was this stupid shirt: One consumer's tongue-in-cheek look at shopping retail.