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You used to hear the term "land rich, cash poor" for people who owned valuable land but didn't have quite enough money to make ends meet. It's an expression that
You Shouldn’t Buy a Home If…
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Depending on your situation and your goals, opting out of your 401(k) plan can be a smart financial decision.
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Pricing Eggs, and New Egg Products
During my last trip to the grocery market, there was a sign in the egg case announcing that, yes, the price of eggs are rising. I’m guessing that there have been a few complaints.
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Shaw's Market Saves You Money On Gas
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Book Review: Living On An Acre, A Practical Guide to the Self-Reliant Life
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For Amazing, Affordable Vacations, Travel Slowly
Regardless of how long your vacation is, the slower you travel and the less you plan, the more rewarding (and affordable!) your trip will be.
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Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Make Healthier Meals
Today we found helpful articles on simple ways to make healthier meals, quick money tricks for better finances, and how to create an efficient spring cleaning schedule.
Guest post at Get Rich Slowly
J.D. over at Get Rich Slowly asked me for a guest post on personal finance. What it turned out I wanted to talk about next, though, was productivity--and in particular, my evolvin
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Buy the Same House Twice for Less Than Buying It Once
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4 Ways to Take a Frugal Grownup Spring Break
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