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When I was in college, I worked in the computer center. When my boss wanted to hire a new operator, he asked a couple of us to go over resumes. That experience, which gave me som
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I don't know about you, but I hate grocery shopping. I hate it even when I get to shop at fun places, like Trader Joe's or Whole Foods. It takes so much time, and I never k
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How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
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I briefly worked with a senior technical manager whose wife also worked for the same company, but at a different site. They'd bought a house about halfway in between, but they both
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How Much Engagement Ring Can You Actually Afford?
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A friend shared with me some strategies he's learned for playing RuneScape. Can these strategies be applied to personal finance? Let's see.
10 Deliciously Profitable Food and Beverage Stocks
Everybody needs to eat, right? Put some extra food on your table with food and beverage industry shares that offer a nutritious return.
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8 Ways to Preserve Your Net Worth in Retirement
Financial security is more important in retirement than ever. Want to keep your net worth on the up and up? Here's how.
My groceries are killing me: easier ways to shop
I don't know about you, but I hate grocery shopping. I hate it even when I get to shop at fun places, like Trader Joe's or Whole Foods. It takes so much time, and I never k
5 Reasons Getting Rich Quick Is Unlikely and Always Will Be
If getting rich quick was easy, we'd all be doing it.
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Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen
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Living within your means isn't nasty
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Financial Lessons From "It's A Wonderful Life"
The classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life” isn't just a heartwarming holiday classic — it also contains financial lessons that are still relevant today.
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Debt management plans can help you work your way out of debt, but they aren't for everyone.
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