The recession may have a silver lining in the form of better quality of life. Learn the 6 ways the recession has inspired us to save money and live well.
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Personal finance isn't that complicated — spend less than you earn and save for emergencies and future goals. So why do so many of us struggle with it?
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In the current economy, many of us are happy just to be employed, but at the same time very few of us are working at the elusive "dream job". For many people their jobs simply pro
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6 Upsides of the Down Economy
The recession may have a silver lining in the form of better quality of life. Learn the 6 ways the recession has inspired us to save money and live well.
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You know buying in bulk is a great way to save. From meat to paint, go beyond warehouse store basics with this collection of bulk buy surprises.
8 Things You Can Microwave Besides Food
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4 Reasons Why You Don't Have Financial Common Sense (and How to Get It)
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Understand Capital Costs
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Avoid Bank Fees
How do you avoid bank fees? Read the stuff from your bank and understand what services are free and what services aren't.
The Deals to Look for at Pawn Shops, Thrift Shops, and Other Weird Stores
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The First Step to Finding Your Dream Job
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How to Start Your Own Blog
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Recession Journal VI: It's OVER!!!!!!!!!!!! Any Questions?
The recession is technically over, officially over, numerically over. How do you feel now and what are you gonna do about it?
The First Step to Budgeting
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10 Cheap Ways to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home
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Best Money Tips: Have Better Conversations With These Tips
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Why the Affordable Home Really Isn't
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10 Costs You Should Always Negotiate
Almost everything is negotiable, and these 10 everyday costs are no exception. Read this list and start paying less!
Best Money Tips: 5 More Ways to Screw Your Credit Card Company
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Which Workout Clothes Are Worth Splurging On (And Which Aren't)
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The Single Greatest Key to Managing Your Time
Whatever time management and productivity tools and tricks you try, if you don't master this, you won't control your time or your to-do list.
Comparing Savings Rates: U.S. vs Japan
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US Airways Premier World MasterCard Review
Fans of US Airways can save on flights and upgrades by signing up for one of their credit cards.