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Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Been Audited by the IRS?
Tell us whether you have ever been audited by the IRS and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Celebrate Father's Day Frugally?
Tell us how you celebrate Father's Day frugally and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Save More by Avoiding Multiple Bank Accounts
Have you been using multiple accounts to save for multiple goals? New research suggests a simpler system might lead to more saving.
10 Fun Money Apps for Kids
"Financial literacy" may sound like a fancy adult term, but you can get your kids in on it, too, with these fun apps!
Ask the Readers: What Tools Do You Use to Track Your Finances?
Tell us about the tools you use to track your finances and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Can AirNinja Find Airfare Deals?
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Best Money Tips: Why Personal Budgets Often Fail
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Ask the Readers: What is Your Favorite Money-Saving Tip?
Tell us your favorite money-saving tip and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Slash Your Expensive Cell Phone Bill
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Save More and Spend Less by Increasing Your "Mental Transaction Costs"
"Cost" is more than dollars and cents. Use these mental money blocks to take charge of your money and live a more rewarding frugal lifestyle.