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10 Negotiable Ways To a Fatter Wallet
Growing up in a typical small Jewish family, I assumed everyone knew the I’m-smart-but-not-cheap tactics I was raised with. But as I’ve gotten older (yeah, it had to happen sometim
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Eat Your Garbage! Turn Your Trash Into Delicious Holiday Food
From elegant brunches to tasty (and giftable!) treats, discover how your food waste can make amazing, celebration-worthy eats.
7 Essential Truths for a Successful Retirement
Retirement planning can seem overwhelming, but don't let that overrule common sense. Instead, follow these seven essentials for a successful future.
Credit Card Rewards Programs
A commenter on a recent article of mine on credit card usage, suggested a follow-up post with an eye to uncovering the mysteries of credit card rewards programs. And in my research, I discove [more]
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It Pays to Call and Ask
Sometimes you have to ask 20 different people 20 different ways. It's usually worth it.
10 Year-End Financial Moves You Must Make Now
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6 Ways to Score a Black Friday Deal Without Leaving Home
Skip the lines and score great Black Friday deals and doorbusters from the comfort of home. No camping out required.
Miser v. Stunna: A Case Study
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Why I was an AT&T wireless customer…for 72 hours.
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Small changes can make a big difference to your savings account. Jump-start your savings with these 25 easy ways to put away $5.
Here's Why a 30-Year Mortgage Is a Smart Financial Choice
A 15-year mortgage is a lot cheaper than a 30-year mortgage. You should probably choose the 30-year loan anyway.
The 5 Best Mid-Sized Cities for Millennials
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Vision Boards: Dream Big, Play with Pictures, and Watch your Life Change
Here's a fun exercise the whole family can enjoy in creating your future by playing with pictures.
The 5 Best Body Lotions
Keeping your skin constantly smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these body lotions and your skin will stay soft and supple.
Best Money Tips: Things Car Salesmen Don't Want You to Know
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Best Money Tips: How to Ask for a Raise
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