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Need a Cheap Cool Dessert? Make Your Own Shaved Ice!
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How We Brainwash Ourselves Into Brand Loyalty
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Have a Frugal Halloween?
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Are Farmer's Markets Frugal or a Luxury?
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Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Been Audited by the IRS?
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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Finances Before Retirement
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Celebrate Father's Day Frugally?
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Save More by Avoiding Multiple Bank Accounts
Have you been using multiple accounts to save for multiple goals? New research suggests a simpler system might lead to more saving.
Ask the Readers: What Tools Do You Use to Track Your Finances?
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Can AirNinja Find Airfare Deals?
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Chill Out With These 6 Simple DIY Freezer Treats
Cool off this summer by making these easy, affordable, and — most importantly — tasty frozen treats!
Ask the Readers: Are You Interested in the New Apple Gadgets?
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The Value of Human Life Just Ain’t What it Used to Be
The government has determined that people are worth less than five years ago.
Stop! Don't Cut Up Your Credit Cards
Put down the scissors, and step away from the plastic! You can catch up on credit card debt in much smarter ways than chopping up your cards.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your New Year's Resolutions for 2016?
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You Can’t Save if You Don’t Try
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Host Budget-Friendly Parties?
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