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People often recommend cutting out little expenses to help get back on financial track. What's rarely mentioned is that this alone won't solve the problem.
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The image you're looking at is a classic VW ad from 1979, a response to the gas crisis at that time. I just filled up my tank, and 16 gallons of Plus Unleaded cost me over $52
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10 Things You Should Never Buy Used
Some thrifty buys just aren't worth the deal. You're better off buying new — or skipping the buy — on these secondhand "finds."
Downside of the Rolling Jubilee
The Rolling Jubilee is a great PR move — buying, then forgiving debt from real people. But in terms of change, one writer says it might hurt more than help.
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Shudder at the thought of an office Secret Santa? Worry no more. These genius gifts ideas include something for everyone.
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Common Currency: A Primer
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I hate to clean just as much as the next person, so many of the new products on the market can be helpful to my daily routine. Others, however,
Best Money Tips: Throw a New Years Bash for Less Cash
Today we found some stellar articles on throwing a new years bash for less cash, paying off your auto loan early, and ways to donate to the Sandy Hook victims.
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One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
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The Limits of Small Economies
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7 Delayed-Spending Tricks That Help Pay Off Debt
If you're willing to delay gratification and avoid purchases today — but not forever — you can save money now and eliminate your debt sooner.
Best Money Tips: Save on Groceries Without Coupons
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8 Crazy Jobs You Didn't Know Existed
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Why It Pays to Be a Patient Shopper
When you want something, you want it now! But buying the first acceptable option that fits your budget could be costing you big bucks.
Join America Saves Week February 24 to March 2nd
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
The 7 Things Every Frugal Person Should Have In Their Wallet
You never leave home without your wallet — and these seven items should always be inside!
Ask The Readers: How Do You Buy Books?
Tell us how you buy books and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What will you do when gas hits $4 per gallon?
The image you're looking at is a classic VW ad from 1979, a response to the gas crisis at that time. I just filled up my tank, and 16 gallons of Plus Unleaded cost me over $52
7 Beauty Tools That Aren't Worth the Money
Banish bathroom clutter by avoiding these seven beauty and grooming tools. They aren't worth the money!