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In today’s economic climate, many people would be grateful to have any kind of salary, but it’s a fact that many teachers and other service professionals have always been strugglin
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As part of the Obama stimulus plan passed in January, first time home buyers in 2009 are entitled to a tax credit of up to $8000 that they do not have to repay. This tax credit was
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Today we found articles on stupid things we do when we're poor, conversational skills everyone should master, and ways to stretch your summer travel budget.
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How to Take One Vacation Day and Save Thousands
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Balancing Spending with Saving: Being Frugal but not Miserly
Take frugal too far, and we can become miserly before we even know what hit us.
Get Your LinkedIn Profile Noticed With a Few Attention-Grabbing Tweaks
A LinkedIn profile is becoming a necessary part of career development. Get yours noticed by making these important changes.
Dry Cleaning: Hazard to Your Wallet (and Maybe Your Health)
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CSS Is One Source of College Financial Aid You Can't Afford to Overlook
You've probably heard of FAFSA, but how about CSS PROFILE? It can help you afford the top schools in America.
Are You Spending Too Much on Halloween This Year?
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A One-Step Guide to a Better Job and More Money
Everyone wants job security these days, but how about a raise or a better-paying job? There are lots of small things you can do to make this happen, but there's also one simple thi
Best Money Tips: 7 Frugal Ideas to Celebrate Mother's Day
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal ideas to celebrate Mother's Day, things beginners must know about saving for retirement, and how to fill the hours after a layoff.
8 Old Holiday Traditions We Can't Believe Ever Existed
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The Habits of Extremely Extreme People
Extreme people go to extreme ends to support their extreme habits. Would you go this far?
Best Money Tips: Survivor's Guide to Stockpiling Food
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