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Best Money Tips: Cut Your Electricity Bill
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to cut your electricity bill, entertaining yourself for free or cheap, and ovecoming your financial fears.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Have Frugal Fun?
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Ask the Readers: What's the Worst Money Mistake You've Ever Made?
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Jeff Rose, CFP, shares the two things you need to consider when looking for the best insurance company for you.
Fun Things For Five Dollars Or Less In And Around Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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California First Lady Maria Shriver Talks to Us About Help for Families in Tough Times
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For most of us, getting a refund is not only more convenient, but the smarter choice as well.
Translating Volunteer Experiences to Workplace Credentials
Need ideas for parlaying volunteer hours into skills and experiences valued by employers? Even if you haven’t received a paycheck in exchange for creative ideas, event planning, or