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The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.
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7 Edible Adventures Anyone Can Afford
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Best Money Tips: Should You Discuss Money in Front of Your Kids?
Today we found some awesome articles on discussing money in front of your kids, ways to make $50 in a day, and ways to get out of debt.
Mom and Dad, Your Financial Decisions Matter
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Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Enjoy the Beach
Today we found some fantastic articles on frugal ways to enjoy the beach, deciding where to live, and networking boo-boos.
The hidden beauty secrets of the stars.
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6 Ways to Keep Holiday Spending From Blowing Debt Repayment
The holidays are stressful enough — now add debt to the mix. Here's how to balance them both and exit the holidays on firmer financial footing.
Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Spend $1,000
Today we found some fantastic articles on smart ways to spend $1,000, grow your career while giving back, and useful things you can always find at Goodwill.
Sound advice for winning on a game show
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The 4 Myths of Buying in Bulk Dispelled
Here are the 4 misconceptions we typically attribute to bulk buying, and the truth for each.
I Scream, You Scream… I’m Lovin’ FREE Ice Cream!
It has just reached spring temps here in Nebraska, and the ice cream junkie in me has emerged from winter slumber. What better way to feed the
Best Money Tips: Tips for Parents to Save Money
Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for parents to save money, making your bachelorette party more affordable, and ways to save from the 60s.
Ask the Readers: Do Your Kids Have Chores?
Tell us if your kids have chores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Money Management Lessons: Not Quite 10 Years to Life
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
Friends Don't Let Friends...
In the past few decades the Ad Council has been running an ad with the tag line "Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk". This ad campaign has been instrumental in decreasing drunk
Best Money Tips: Money Lessons From Star Trek
Today we found some fantastic articles on money lessons from the new Star Trek, budget travel 101, and sending your child to preschool for less.
My 2016 Budget Challenge: Job Creation
From sourcing vintage car parts to freelance photography, Max Wong is tackling her budget challenge by conjuring jobs out of thin air.
Best Money Tips: Save Money While in College
Today we found some great articles on ways to save money in college, the biggest money wasters, and email etiquette.
Federal Stafford Loans
The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.
Amazon Raises Free Shipping Minimum to $35
Amazon's new policy requires customers to spend $35 before Free Super Saver Shipping kicks in.