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Is Peer Pressure Keeping You Poor?
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Plumas County: Hidden (Cheaper) California
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Get It in Writing: A Quick Guide to Agreements and Contracts
Get any deal you make in writing — and make sure you understand what the contract actually means.
Job-Search Romance
How is a job search like a romantic adventure or misadventure? Let me count the ways: nine. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell if a company is truly interested or just isn’t into
The Online Dating First Date: Get a Drink
Single folks, would you like to go out for a drink? The answer should be yes — and not just because it's frugal.
What You Need to Know About the FDIC
How safe is your money? Well, if you keep it in a bank, it's kept very safe by the U.S. Government...up to a point.
CFL Bulbs: Greener than most, but not green enough
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Best Money Tips: Find the Best Prepaid Plan
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Avoid These 5 Common Gym Budget Busters
That gym membership may be burning a hole in your pocket along with those extra calories.
Control Your Debt With an Annual Clean Sweep
Do you use credit to manage cash flow fluctuations or to live beyond your means? Here's a simple, practical test for keeping your debt under control.
6 Little-Known Ways to Save When Booking Spring Travel
Pack your sunscreen! These easy hotel and airfare hacks make spring and summer vacation an affordable breeze.
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Don't Let These 6 Home Décor Flaws Ruin Your House Hunt
Kitschy cabinets, disco fever carpeting...never fear! These house-hunting turn-offs are actually easy fixes.
Learn techniques for sustainable living
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8 Morning Mantras That’ll Help Keep Your Finances on Track
Keeping your finances on track takes work, and surprisingly, a little bit of Zen. These daily reminders can help you reach your money goals.
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Finding Food
From the streets of LA to the forest floor, Max Wong is finding brilliant ways to cut food costs on her way to finding an extra $31K this year.