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We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.
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Saving for Retirement (and Other Long-Term Goals) on a Variable Income
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3 Steps to Building a Financial Safety Net From “The Economy of You”
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The 10 Coolest Things That Come in a Can
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Best Money Tip: 41 Financial Calculators for Major Life Decisions
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6 Ways to Travel When You Have Student Loans
With smart money management, anyone can hit the road — even with student loan debt.
Do a Background Check Before Hiring Your Financial Advisor
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One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
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Job Hunting Tips for the Recently Fired (and Some for the Rest of Us, Too)
Job hunting is hard, but for those who have been fired, it's a real struggle. Here's how to put the past behind and move on with a new gig.
Why Your Personal Savings Rate Matters
Banks and other big financial players measure and track lots of data about their performance. Here's one you should start tracking, too.
What is Simple Living and Why Should I Care?
With our economic situation still precarious, many people desire simple living. But what does that mean in our busy, modern culture, and how can we get there?
Save a $100,000 with a Do It Yourself Taste Test
Conduct a do it yourself taste test and save $100,000. Decide whether you prefer the generic or brand name in one afternoon sitting.
Secrets of Telemarketing From an Industry Insider
Recently, someone from "behind enemy lines" came forward to give us all invaluable tips on dealing with those harassing calls from telemarketers. Learn the secrets you need to know
Best Money Tips: Save Money at the Gas Pump
Today we found some awesome articles on saving money at the pump, plugging your financial leaks, and conversation starters that make mingling fun.
Best Money Tips: The Worst Foods for Your Body
Today we found articles on the worst things you can eat, how to get more done today, and cheap ways to get excited for Halloween.
This Is the Best Music to Listen to If You Want to Be Productive
Need to bear down and get some work done? Crank the tunes, but not just any tunes — these tunes.
How Much Personal Finance Info Should You Share?
TMI doesn't just apply to your health and love life. You might not want to spill all the beans on your finances, either.
Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything
We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.