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Seven Tips for the Newly Unemployed
The unemployment rate in California surged to 6.9%, and that is equivalent to the rate in early 2003. Most news reports say that unemployment will probably go up a bit more in the
Stuff We Love: Comfortable, Stylish Clarks Dress Shoes for Men
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Best Money Tips: Budgeting for the Present and Future
Today we found some stellar articles on budgeting for the present and future, buying life insurance, and financial considerations before you become your own boss.
Money making hobby: panning for gold
Lately many Californians have been heading to the rivers and streams to prospect for gold. The increase in people taking up this activity has some newspapers writing about "the new
11 Meals That Make Terrific Leftovers
Cook once, eat twice with these 11 delicious twists on leftovers.
16 Major Dos and Don'ts at a Job Interview
Your resume, network, online profiles all worked and you've landed the interview. Don't mess up now!
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Your Debt Is Killing You — Here's the Cure
Forget about saving for retirement and your kid's college tuition. Here's the best reason to get serious about eliminating debt — it's killing you.
Rich People Spend $350K+ to Park Their Cars — Here's How We'd Spend it Instead
Would you pay for $350,000 parking? We sure hope not, when you could make these much smarter money moves instead
How Debt Fools People
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Ask the Readers: To Garage Sale or Not? (Chance to win $20)
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How to Be a Superhero without Supernatural Abilities
A hero isn’t someone who wears a crimson cape. A hero is not someone who possesses super human strength. A hero is someone who consistently does amazing things over a lifetime.
It's Never Too Late to Fix These 5 Money Mistakes From Your Past
Sure, you made a few money missteps in your youth. It's time to forgive yourself, move on, and tackle your finances like a grown up.
18 Pantry Foods That Keep Longer Than You Think
How long will a jar of dried beans keep? 10 Years! Learn how long your pantry items actually keep and stop wasting food.
Five Last-Minute Thanksgiving Fixes
Don't throw out your Thanksgiving mistakes; follow these tips to salvage everything from dry turkey to bad wine.
5 Downsides to a Bigger Paycheck
You just got a raise, but before you start celebrating, take a few minutes to think about how more money is going to change things for you.
Here's How Debt Settlement Can Make Your Debt Worse
Debt settlement companies make a pretty convincing pitch, but beware: They just might leave you worse off.
Why You Need to Know the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debts
You have secured debt, and you have unsecured debt. Do you know the difference? It's time to learn.
7 Ways to Pick the Bank That's Right for You
With so many banks — and credit unions! — vying for your business, it can be hard to choose. Here's how to find the bank that works for you.
Who Really Owns Your Digital Assets?
In the modern era, assets are not always tangible things. What do you do with your digital goods when you pass on?