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You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
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It takes a frugal spouse to make a frugal home
Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.
Best Money Tips: How to Do a Mid-Year Financial Tune-Up
Today we found articles on what you should do for a mid-year financial tune-up, simple tricks for better time management, and how to maximize your storage space.
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How to Start Saving Money With Skype: A Beginner's Guide
I use Skype daily to make free online calls. It's so simple even my parents are doing it!
Does Your Money Management Reflect Who You Truly Are?
The way you spend money might say a lot about your core values. Do your spending habits and your morals line up?
25 Ways to Make Yourself Smarter — Today!
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Never Pay Full Price for Anything
Today we found articles on ways to avoid paying full price every time you shop, a simple strategy to get better at anything, and how to lower your Internet bill.
How Much Money Will You Save With Energy Star Appliances?
While it might seem smarter to stick with older appliances, stocking your home with Energy Star appliances can save you major cash in the long run.
A Consumerist Editor Talks About How to Tackle Inept Customer Service
You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
10 Easy-to-Fix Cover Letter Mistakes
If you're not getting called in for job interviews, the problem could be your cover letter. Make sure it's up to snuff by avoiding these mistakes.
Insider Trading Is a Lot More Common Than You Think
We all remember when Martha Stewart pulled a Gordon Gekko. Ever wondered what exactly inside trading entails? Here's a breakdown.
7 Telltale Signs a Good Deal Is a Bad Deal
Sometimes, a screamin' deal is really just smoke and mirrors. Don't get taken by these bad deals in disguise.
Invest Your Time in These 13 Things While You're in Your 20s
When we're in our 20s we feel possibility ahead of us as nearly infinite. Grasp it by laying the foundation of your future when you're young, smart, and full of health.
10 Dumb Habits That Are Keeping You From Earning More Money
Career stalled? Income lagging? Sit up straight and read on to see if you're committing any of these income-sapping bad habits.
4 Reasons Millenials Should Invest in a Home
Media may paint Millennials as anti-homeowners, but the numbers say otherwise. Millennials are snapping up homes for good reason. Here's why.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 01/17
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How to Balance Saving for Retirement, Emergency Fund, and Paying Off Debt
Funding the personal finance Big Three — debt repayment, retirement, and emergency cash — is possible if you follow a balanced plan, like this one.