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Today we found articles on major Black Friday myths that retailers want you to fall for, ways to avoid paying bank fees, and things that we’ve been doing wrong all our lives.
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Investing and paying down debt? Yep, you read correctly. It's possible!
Can You Settle Your Old IRS Debts?
Not filing your income tax is a debt that will not go away quietly. The IRS has options if you owe back taxes where you may be able to settle your debts.
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Holiday weeks can be super slow at the office — which makes it the perfect time to learn new skills and accelerate your career.