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Today, we share tips on making sure you receive credit where it's due, getting work done in holiday-filled December, choosing and using a babysitter, and more!
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to get fit before summer, trimming your grocery bill, and effective ways to cut back on bad spending habits.
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Do generous unemployment benefits prolong the length of unemployment?
The latest news is that unemployment benefits will be extended from 59 weeks to 79 weeks in California with the help of the new Federal stimulus money. The maximum benefit has ris
Best Money Tips: 10 Ways to Screw Up Your Finances
Today we found articles on easy ways to screw up your finances, how to read more books, and tips for first-time property investors.
Still Without Health Insurance? Here’s How Much the Penalties Will Cost You
Health insurance may feel like a an expense you might just decide to forego, but going without can be a far costlier move.
Are You Being Ripped off at the Gas Station?
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7 Financial Moves You Must Make in 2014
Don't simply resolve to make these smart money moves in the coming year — actually take action!
10 Essential Steps to Take Before a Job Interview
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Learn good financial habits from your parents. Or not.
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7 Ways to Get Warm On the Cheap
Brrr . . . it's cold outside. If you're at all like me, there's not too much that's worse than being really and truly cold . . . except maybe paying the electric bills.
Social Media and Identity Theft in 2010
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Review: Bluebird -- Women and the New Psychology of Happiness
It's ingrained in our culture. In our Declaration of Independence we've spelled out that Americans must pursue happiness. To that end, billion dollar industries have heeded our cal
3 Proven Ways to Save Real Money at Garage Sales
Get great deals on your next garage sale purchase with these 3 proven tips!
Flashback Friday: 42 Ways the 7 Deadly Sins Are Keeping You Poor
Greed, pride, and the five other deadly sins might be the reason for your financial struggles.
Best Money Tips: Getting Credit for Your Work
Today, we share tips on making sure you receive credit where it's due, getting work done in holiday-filled December, choosing and using a babysitter, and more!
4 Benefits to Wearing a Pedometer at Home
From improving your health to interacting with your kids more, there are compelling reasons to wear a pedometer — even if you spend all day at home.
20 Fun Ways to Use Pumpkin
Pumpkin is everywhere this time of year. Go beyond the jack o' lantern and the pie and put pumpkin to even more delicious, decorative, and fun uses.
Best Money Tips: Get Fit Before Summer
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to get fit before summer, trimming your grocery bill, and effective ways to cut back on bad spending habits.
6 Big Ways ATMs Are Changing
The local ATM you know and love might be changing — for the better! Here's how banks are teaching the venerable ATM some new tricks.
5 Credit Card Benefits Every College Student Must Have
Students and credit cards can be a recipe for financial disaster. But when used responsibly, a credit card offers students some real benefits.
5 Ways to Profit From Obama's Cuba Announcement
Even small investors can profit from the thawing of relations between the United States and Cuba. Here are five investments to consider.