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Hobbies generally end up in the expense category. Depending on the hobby, you may be paying for equipment, supplies, books and magazines, classes, training--the list goes on.
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5 Steps to Getting a Free (or Close to Free) Vacation in 9 Months or Less with Credit Cards
Here is a step by step plan to earn enough credit card rewards for a free vacation in 9 months or less.
10 Fun Money Reads to Take to the Beach
Off to the beach and need something to read? Don't leave home without one of these 10 wise and witty reads about money.
Best Money Tips: 2012 Holiday Layaway Plans Explained
Today we found some great articles on 2012 holiday layaway plans explained, making traveling a priority on a limited budget, and when to haggle.
Quiz: Am I Really Ready to Buy a Home?
Buying your first home is a big accomplishment, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. Take our quick quiz to find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
8 Steps to Budget Mastery in 20 Minutes a Month
All it takes is 20 minutes a month to be a total money master. Try this method and budget like a boss.
Buy a Home You Can Afford With the Mortgage Suitcase Trick
When you're thinking about buying a home, it's easy to buy more house than you need (and get stuck with a pricier mortgage). Use this trick to save.
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6 Tools That Can Help You Boost Your Credit Score This Year
Boosting your credit score takes time and patience, but there are plenty of tools and apps to help you along the way.
Best Money Tips: Do These Things to Be Happy Today
Today we found some great articles on things you can do today to be happy, ways to save time in the morning, and how to travel with only a carry-on.
7 Affordable Northern Destinations to Beat the Heat This Summer
Summer heat and humidity got you down? Freshen up with a trip to one of these way cooler destinations.
Capital Substitutes for Labor — and Vice Versa
Retirement planning has changed a lot since the economic downturn. But the things you need to understand and do are still very simple.
The 5 Best Shaving Creams
If your current shaving creams are irritating your skin, a switch is what you need. Try one of these shaving creams next time.
Best Money Tips: Eat Well for Less
Today we found some fantastic articles on eating well for less, Black Friday 2012 deals, and making your Christmas budget go farther.
3 Times Bankruptcy Is the Right Move
A bankruptcy can take a terrible toll on your credit and your financial future. But sometimes it's the only way to escape debt and start anew.
7 Best Discount Shopping Days of the Year
Black Friday is so played. From Green Monday to Super Saturday, these other big shopping days help you save throughout the season — and beyond.
Make Your Hobby Pay Its Way
Hobbies generally end up in the expense category. Depending on the hobby, you may be paying for equipment, supplies, books and magazines, classes, training--the list goes on.
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7 Financial Steps to Take in Your 20s That Will Safeguard Your Future
If you're in your 20s and can make any or all of these money moves, your future will indeed be bright.
I Shouldn't Have to Pay for This! A Consumer's Guide to your Rights
If you buy something that stops working immediately and the seller refuses to refund your money, do you still have to pay for it?
6 Steps to Getting a Credit Card When You Have Bad Credit
Bad credit might get in the way your financial goals, but it doesn't have to keep you from getting approved for a credit card.