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Credit card companies, banks, retailers, and insurers may know more about who you are than your parents do. A lot more.
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Psychology and Loans: The Strange Reasons Why You Make Bad Decisions
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8 Signs You've Crossed From "Healthy" Debt to "Problem" Debt
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Sure, you know what a 401K is, but what the heck is a 403B? Here's how they differ.
How to Save Big at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Muggles can plan a fun, frugal trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a few tricks up their sleeve. No magic required.
How to Have a Frugal Vacation and Still Treat Yourself
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How to Raise Your Kids to Be Financially Independent
What your kinds don't know about money can hurt your wallet. One parent shares the lesson plan he used to teach his kids financial independence.
Can You Really Save With Amazon Prime Pantry?
Prime Pantry is yet another of Amazon's many services aimed at saving consumers time and money. How can you make the most of it?
How Doing Less Helps You Get More Done
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Where Did Your iPod Come From? The Story of Stuff
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7 Surprising Ways Summer Will Cost You
Just like the scorching temps will drain your energy, the summer season can also drain your budget. Here's some sunscreen for your wallet!