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Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
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Today we found articles on ways to avoid long airport security lines, surprising ways you’re stressing yourself out, and summer jobs you can do from anywhere.
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Our commitment to saving money has always prevented my family from buying the current year’s “Hot” toys. Every year that I hold tight to the de
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Stockpiling for an emergency might seem like a good (and frugal) idea. But in reality, your time and money is probably better spent.
Fixing the foreclosure crisis
Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
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Impulse Shopping: A Controllable Handicap
A friend of mine has a pathological weakness for impulse shopping. But using the techniques outlined here, she dug herself out of debt and into impulse shopping bliss.
Having a Frugal Valentine's Day: Highlights From Our Chat With Beverly Harzog
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You know bringing your own lunch can save you tons — but bleh. Make your midday meal a real reward and you'll win twice.
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I worked at a non-profit--a local nature center--over the summer of 1979. After we wrapped up our main task, those of us who wanted to were allowed stay on for the few weeks befor
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your "Latte Factor"?
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Need To Lose Some Weight? Put Some Money On It!
Recently I wrote about the incentive my husband gave me to lose some weight . Basically he is willing to forgo half of his entertainment budget if I lose the fat I gained post co
Useful Gifts for College-Bound Graduates
Congratulate the high-school graduate in your life with one of these gifts they can use when they head to college.
How Tapping Into Home Equity Is Like Pawning A Gold Necklace
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Ask the Readers: What Are Your Tips for Back-to-School Shopping?
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