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Big goals are achieved through small changes. How small? Well, forget about 110% — sometimes all you need to give is 1%.
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Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Evaluate Your Budget?
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Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Done a No-Spend Challenge?
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How to Make Your Own Mulch: A Beginner's Guide for the Lazy Composter
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6 Money Lessons I Learned Working as a Corn Detasseler
Never underestimate the money lessons a summer job can teach — even in the corn field!
16 Amazon Deal Hacks You May Not Already Know
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Professional Resume Services: Are They Worth Paying For?
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Oprah Asks A Great Question; What Can You Live Without?
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Are TV's Extreme Cheapskates Going Too Far?
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