The problem with the Nirvana fallacy is simple: there's NEVER a perfect solution, only shades of decisions that are better than others, and mistakes you make and can hopefully lear
The economy is way short of full employment, so naturally, consumer spending is down. Sooner or later employment, I think, will return to normal levels. Consumer spending will re
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We want to know what animal you are most like. Do you "squirrel" money away? Are you wasteful like an (insert wasteful animal parallel here)? Let us know what creature
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
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The problem with the Nirvana fallacy is simple: there's NEVER a perfect solution, only shades of decisions that are better than others, and mistakes you make and can hopefully lear
The new normal economy
The economy is way short of full employment, so naturally, consumer spending is down. Sooner or later employment, I think, will return to normal levels. Consumer spending will re
Master These 15 Interview Questions
Land a job interview? Great. Now seal the deal by learning how to answer these 15 common job interview questions.
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Ask the Readers: What Money Animal Are You? (Chance to win $20!)
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The Ethics of Free: Is it Wrong to Get Free Stuff?
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
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Never Miss Free Ice Cream Again: Complete Calendar of Annual Free Stuff Days
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5 Big Winter Expenses That Could Freeze Your Budget
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Financial Independence Is More Than Just a Number
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14 Signs You Have a Toxic Relationship With Money
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The 9 Secrets of Highly Successful Craigslist Sellers
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These 4 Sites Pay Writers Serious Cash
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How to Get the Most Out of Airport Lounge Access
If your credit card offers you the use an airport VIP lounge, squeeze your time there for all it's worth!
Working on the Road: A Book Review for Professional Nomads
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Why Your Big New Year's Resolutions Are Pointless
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
5 Things Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know About Employee Retirement Accounts
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