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Beware the money pit. Whether it's a new puppy or a vintage muscle car, you might be jumping into more spending than you can afford.
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Last August, I decided to purchase my first new car ever. I had only ever owned used (and entirely paid-for) vehicles prior to this. I researched the type of car that I wanted and
Best Money Tips: The College Edition
Today, we are highlighting some awesome articles about finances in college!
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Savings Rates Below Inflation? Save Anyway
When savings rates are below the inflation rate, it's easy to delude yourself into thinking you shouldn't save. That's a bad idea.
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Back to School: Saving on College Textbooks
Fancy meals. A weekend away. A new wardrobe. These are some of the things that can cost LESS than new college textbooks. Save with these tips.
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Today we found some fantastic articles on home decorating ideas on a budget, personal finance advice for college students, and summertime tax moves.
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The 5 Best Mascaras
Make those beautiful eyes of yours stand out with the right mascara. Any of these five best mascaras are great choices!
A Guaranteed Way To Avoid Impulse Credit Card Purchases
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How to Distinguish Yourself Online From People With the Same Name as You
Who shares your name online — a fugitive? Or worse, a reality show star? Learn how to distinguish yourself from other people with the same name online.
Special Events that Will Cost you Nothing
Want something to do, but don’t have the cash? Activities are popping up all over the U.S. that won’t even require you to bring your wallet!
Retirement: Not Just for People?
As we get older, we try to shift the way we get money from actively working to earning money from investments. Many companies have done the same.
Rebuilding Credit: Military Personnel Should Consider the USAA Classic American Express Credit Card
The USAA Classic American Express offers military members an easy way to rebuild their credit while also providing them with special benefits and rebates.
Simple Ways to Give Dirty Shoes the Boot
I remember the expression on a friend’s face when she saw me pull my sneaks from the washing machine. “You wash your tennis shoes?” Why not? They get clean, don’t they? And you
The Case for Amazon
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The 3 Best TV Shows About Money
Kick back in front of the tube while learning a thing or two from these three informative, and entertaining, TV shows about money.
Organizers for a Dollar
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