For a decade, starting in the mid-1990s, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates too low and expanded the money supply too quickly. Their theory was that, as long as consumer pric
When you fall short of meeting your obligations, it's natural to feel bad. In fact, it's natural to want to not only meet the letter of your obligation, but also the spirit: to d
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For a decade, starting in the mid-1990s, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates too low and expanded the money supply too quickly. Their theory was that, as long as consumer pric
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It almost seems like a silly inquiry, because after all, if you don’t know who you are then who does? The fact is, however, that no matter how well you know yourself or how good yo
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I Love Tax Season (and Why It's Like Christmas)
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Stateless systems are at it again. I’m a huge fan of their two biggest sites, BugMeNot (a way to bypass compulsory website registrations) and RetailMeNot (a vast coupon codes site)
Best Money Tips: Talking to Kids About Family Finances
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8 Smart Things to Do With Your Tax Refund
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Does Taking a Regular Day Job Mean Giving Up?
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8 Smart Ways to Save Money as a Small Business
You can cut your biggest expenses like rent, office equipment, and labor and make your business more competitive.
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Congratulations, you're out of the red! Now it's time to start making your money work hard for you, too.
How to Paint the Exterior of Your Home
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Look Out Consumers: Debt Collections Get Scarier
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