It is impossible to avoid coming into contact with the Swine Flu (H1N1), or any other strain of flu for that matter. Because it can take three days before germs entering your body
In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
If you have had your identity stolen, you're prepared to bring out the big guns to protect it. Even if you haven't been once bitten, you may be shy. Here are some (arguable but eff
Did you know that your local TV and radio stations regularly receive gift certificates as “payment” for air time? Believe it or not, retailers and restaurants are actually exchangi
I don't like to see good stores close. Especially an Aladdin's cave like The Discovery Store, which offers great educational toys and videos and is just a pleasure to walk around on a Saturday afternoon.
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My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
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For my entire life, I have never lived in a place bigger than 1400 square feet. The smallest dwelling I had was a studio less than 400 square feet which I shared with my parents.
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In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
Once Bitten Twice Shy: What is Credit Security Worth to You?
If you have had your identity stolen, you're prepared to bring out the big guns to protect it. Even if you haven't been once bitten, you may be shy. Here are some (arguable but eff
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How to get half-price dining from your local TV station.
Did you know that your local TV and radio stations regularly receive gift certificates as “payment” for air time? Believe it or not, retailers and restaurants are actually exchangi
Revel in a corporation's misfortune - all Discovery Channel stores to close
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Ask the Readers: What Financial Topic Do You Want to Learn More About?
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Book review: Spend 'til The End
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
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What a New Baby Really Needs
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How Cash Rewards Credit Cards Really Work
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The Best Credit Cards for Hotel Deals and Rewards
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Best Credit Cards for the Holidays
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Ask the Readers: What Helps You Be More Productive?
Tell us what helps you be more productive and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Best Age to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance
If you want to buy long-term care insurance, don't wait until it's too late.
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How to Pick a Travel Insurance Policy
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How Big of a House Do You Really Need?
For my entire life, I have never lived in a place bigger than 1400 square feet. The smallest dwelling I had was a studio less than 400 square feet which I shared with my parents.