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How many of you have received an email telling you that you’ve one a lottery that you never even entered? Or, that a rich widow wants help distributing millions of dollars to the p
Why Would Anyone Pay Mortgages With Credit Cards?
Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
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Will house prices keep dropping?
I don't think much of the "buy low, sell high" model for house purchases. I think a house should be purchased as a place to live, in which case the main questions are whether you
Best Money Tips: Save Money While in College
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How does the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout affect you?
Yesterday Henry Paulson decided to use the power given to him by the housing bailout bill to officially take over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This is a decision that has a huge im
It's Hip to Be Square: Processing Credit Cards On Your Phone
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Best Money Tips: Home Repairs to Tackle This Spring
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Bear Markets Explained
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Is There Such a Thing as Risk-Free Investing?
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The Disaster Known as the California State Budget
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The Lowdown on Spending Less for Your Food but Getting More
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5 Ways Wrath Is Keeping You Poor
You might be deeply angry about something, but that kind of emotion is not doing your finances any good at all.
Best Money Tips: Cost Effective Things to Do This Memorial Day
Today we found some amazing articles on cost effective things to do this Memorial Day, saving on moving, and affordable wedding venues.
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5 Theme Menus for a Merrier Holiday Meal
From southern comfort to old-world classics, these atypical theme menus will have your guests falling on their knees and hearing angels' voices.
Best Money Tips: Eat Healthy and Amazing for $50 a Month
Today we found some terrific articles on how to eat healthy for $50 a month, financial moves to make in your 20s, and tips for living on one income.
Best Money Tips: Pantry Staples for Any Meal
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