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I had been thinking about shedding my landline for a while. I was attached to the convenience for a long time and, more recently, unlimited calls for one price in the United States
For most employees, a new job is the best opportunity for a significant pay raise. Get the salary you want (and deserve!) with these simple negotiating guidelines.
As part of the Obama stimulus plan passed in January, first time home buyers in 2009 are entitled to a tax credit of up to $8000 that they do not have to repay. This tax credit was
How are you doing with your money? Do you have everything under control, or are you spending a little more than you should? Well, if you'd like to blow even more of your money, thi
The beginning of the new year always seems like a good time to get rid of things that you've been meaning to. But some junk you just can't get rid of on Freecyle or Craigslist. He
If you’re considering online studies, don’t underestimate the workload, discipline, and communication skills needed to succeed. Here are tips on excelling as an online student.
There are literally billions of dollars of money and property waiting to be claimed by the rightful owners. Learn how to find out if some of it is yours!
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Malia Obama made gap years buzzworthy. Fellow students taking a year of self-exploration should make these money moves first.
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It takes hard work to give your credit score a kick in the pants. Don't sabotage it with these five screw-ups.
$8000 housing tax credit can now be turned into cash at closing according to FHA
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47 Simple Ways To Waste Money
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Paper goods, giant bags of peanuts, a year's supply of toothpaste… yeah, Costco sells that. Costco also sells 401(k) plans and caskets. Wait. What?
How to Be the Host With the Most and Spend the Least
Being the host with the most can add up quickly. Here's how to do it for less.
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How to Use Glassdoor to Earn More Money
Website Glassdoor has long be the place to visit to learn more about a potential employer. Now it can help you learn what you're worth.
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The cheapest hotel room available may not be the best value. In fact, it may not even be the cheapest once you consider these perks and features.
Billions of Dollars Go Unclaimed Every Year: Is Some of It Yours?
There are literally billions of dollars of money and property waiting to be claimed by the rightful owners. Learn how to find out if some of it is yours!
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