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How low interest rates might save the world
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How To Read Five To Ten Books Each Month, and a Special Deal For Wise Bread Readers!
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20 Ways to Make Family Camping Easy
A family camping trip might sound like a chaotic adventure, but there lots are ways to make it effortless and fun.
It's all your money
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Best Money Tips: Teaching Kids About Money
Today we found some great articles on teaching kids about money, things that are causing your bills to skyrocket, and the best ways to make extra money.
Best Money Tips: How to Get the Most Cash at Your Yard Sale
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The Smart Way to Talk About Money on Your First Date
Money may be a mood-killer conversation topic on a first date, so try these subtler ways to uncover your date's attitude toward money.
Don’t Cash That Insurance Check; It May Not Be Yours
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How These 6 Assets Might Affect Student Financial Aid Eligibility
Financial aid is a huge help for every college student. Let's break down exactly what the FAFSA considers in its calculation.
Go Ahead -- Take Candy From a Baby
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Why Health Care Should be Part of Your Retirement Savings Plan, Too
Retirement planning isn't just about saving for the fun stuff. In fact, one major piece may be missing from your retirement plan.
The "I Knew It!" Benefit of Expense Tracking
It's worth tracking your spending because it's the only way to learn where your money is going. But it's worth doing for another reason as well.
Stabilize Your Portfolio With These 11 Dividend Stocks
With interest rates stuck at historic lows, stocks that pay dividends can generate cash income. These dividend stocks are definitely worth a look.
Healthy Eating--It'll Cost You!
It's not easy eating green! With fresh foods at sky-high prices, what's a financially challenged yet socially conscious eater to do?
The new face of poverty is fat
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
Best Money Tips: 70 Money Skills Everyone Should Know
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Best Money Tips: Money Lessons from Santa
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How to Escape Reward Card Spending Traps
Even savvy shoppers can get sucked into credit card traps. Get the benefits of a rewards card and avoid the pitfalls by developing these habits.
10 Easy Holiday Lighting Hacks
Get that festive glow the frugal way with these helpful Christmas lighting hacks.
5 Latin American Markets to Watch
For those with a greater risk tolerance, growing Latin American economies offer opportunity. Is there room in your portfolio for a trip south?