More aggressive and less conventional than typical retirement plans, guerrilla retirement goes beyond the 401(k). Here's how to prepare for your own guerrilla retirement.
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Ask the Readers: Do Gift Cards Make a Good Gift?
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Extended Car Warranties: 3 Things to Know
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Fast Food, Slow Food, and Your Dollars at Work
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What Happens to Your Online Stuff After You Die?
After you're gone, your virtual self will live on — for a while. Grant your heirs access to your digital property before it's gone, too.
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15 Questions You Should Always Ask at the End of a Job Interview
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