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I.O.U.S.A. is a documentary film released in late 2008 by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation that focuses on the national debt of the United States. I finally watched it this weeken
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Many people think I’m incredibly well organized because I can easily manage (certain) projects and recite dates, locations, deadlines, etc. for my family’s activities. The truth is
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Beware of Phony Census Workers
This year the United States Census Bureau will be conducting its regularly scheduled census. Every address in the United States will receive a census form and census workers will b
Comparing Savings Rates: U.S. vs Japan
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How the Pilgrims Did Personal Finance
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You Won't Believe How Much You Can Save With an Ice Cube Tray
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Best Money Tips: Stop Making These Impulse Buys Now
Today we found articles on impulse buys to watch out for, holiday gifts that you can buy during Black Friday, and time management tools that you already have at home.
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Easy Personal Finance for Lazy People
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