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What was your best purchase in the past year?
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Best Money Tips: Obstacles Between You and More Money
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Pets, Old Cars, and 3 Other Common Money Pits
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.
My car payments are too much! What should I do?
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
Free Smashbox Cosmetics at Nordstrom - DEAL OVER
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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.
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The Case for Amazon
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Best Money Tips: Bringing Home Baby Without Breaking the Budget
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money With Social Media
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Best Money Tips: 8 Things You Shouldn't Buy Before Christmas
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The Quiet Millionaire: Part 7 - Give Me Investment Gains, Hold The Losses
“Win by not losing” or rather win by minimizing losses during market downturns is the ticket to being an investment champion according to The Quiet Millionaire author and Certified
Making Every Penny Count With A Zero-Based Budget
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The Best Times of Year to Start a Job Search
If you're looking for a job, spend some time over the holidays polishing your resume. The next "Best Time" to land a job is coming soon.
Teaching Children to Save: Highlights from Our Chat With American Bankers Association
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with American Bankers Association on teaching children to save!
59 Ways To Get A Bright Idea
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Free Books: Little Libraries That Build Community and Save You Money
Around the world people are creating their own book exchanges. Learn how to find them, score cheap books, and meet your neighbors.
Financial Education for Kids: Highlights from Our Chat with Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy on financial education for kids!
Best Money Tips: Smart Retirement Strategies for Women
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