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The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
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13 Free or Cheap Ways to Be Blissfully Unproductive
Most of the time, we try to be productive...but everyone needs a break. Here are cheap ways to have fun, experience joy, and be blissfully unproductive.
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eBay Account Hackers - don't be fooled
I'm not the type to fall for scams, generally. Thus far, I've never been really screwed over on eBay or anything. But I can totally see how people COULD fall for an eBay scammer. [more]
Best Money Tips: Budget Vacation Tips
Today we found some great articles on budget vacation tips, ideas to help save on wedding flowers, and getting a raise in a difficult economy.
6 Reasons You're Still Struggling to Pay Bills
You're making decent money and not obviously wasting it. So why are you still on thin ice by bill-paying day?
14 Things You Should Spend More Time On
You might schedule your day up to the last minute with Important Things to Do — but for a happy, healthy life, don't forget about these 14.
Best Money Tips: Grocery Saving Strategies
Today we found some great articles on grocery saving strategies, making your wedding venue more affordable, and how volunteering can help your career.
How to Furnish Your Home for Less Than the Cost of a Moving Truck
Don't rent that pricey moving truck! Instead, opt for buying inexpensive, high-quality used furniture. This guide tells you how and where to shop.
Make These 5 Diet Moves Now or You'll Regret It in 20 Years
You are what you ate — yesterday, last week, last year. In 20 years, you'll be grateful you made these healthy, and easy, diet moves.
Gold as an investment
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
Why I Like My Flip Phone: The 5 Smartphone Effects
A smartphone might be a smart financial decision...for some people. One writer shares why he's sticking with his humble flip phone.
5 Money Moves to Make Before Applying For a Credit Card
If you're feeling the urge to apply for a shiny new credit card, not so fast! Make sure these money moves get checked off first.
McDonald's Treats for Less Than a Dime -- Chicago Area
One-dollar coupon books give kids three pies, three cookies, three cones and three fries or apple dippers.
The core rate is not an evil conspiracy
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
6 Dumb Things Employment Recruiters See People Do
This former employment recruiter saw job applicants make a lot of stupid mistakes. Here's what to avoid if you want to get hired.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Train Your Brain
Today we found budget-friendly ways to work out your brain, frugal uses for lemons, and ways to keep your things safe this Halloween.
Investments Worth Making With $50 or Less
When it comes to investment, $50 or less might not seem like a lot of money, but there are plenty of ways to take that sum and watch it grow.
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16 Hacks for the Perfect At-Home Mani-Pedi
Interested in getting a salon-quality mani/pedi without paying top dollar? Try these at-home mani/pedi hacks.
Best Money Tips: Tips for Cutting Back This Christmas
Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.