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I tend to believe that American consumers are savvier than advertisers and marketers give us credit for. That's why I don't understand why marketers waste so much time trying to se
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Ask the Readers: What's Your Favorite Frugal Comfort Food?
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Best Money Tips: Get Ahead on Next Year's Taxes
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Gas Is High Enough….
Watching my local newscast a few nights ago, I was disturbed by the assumption that the anchor made regarding rising gas prices and consumer reaction.
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Not So Straight Path To A Dream Job (U.S. President)
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Frugal Food?
Tell us about your favorite frugal food and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Gadget?
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How Much Should Your Kids Know About Your Finances?
I know of parents who don’t ever discuss money with their kids. “They should be carefree at this age,” they claim. Money isn’t an appropriate topic for family conversation at the
20 Unexpected Uses for Tension Rods
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The 3-Step Plan to Choosing Your First (or Next) Mutual Fund
Choosing your first mutual fund may seem daunting. A small investment of time and these easy steps can help you get started building a portfolio.
Best Money Tips: How to Spend Less on Swiffer
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6 Money Lessons You Can Learn From Your Pets
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A Million Bucks By 30: A Book Review
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Off the Wall: 21 Clever Uses for Leftover Wallpaper
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