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How a $700 billion bailout became a $800 billion "rescue plan"
You might have thought that the $700 billion bailout bill seemed a bit excessive. You'll be relieved to hear that the bill that the President will sign tonight is worth a mere $800
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Eating food is the best, but what's even better is not wasting food that's about to go bad. Here are other ways to use food, other than eating it.
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Memorable Gift?
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6 Financial Mistakes We Don't Make Anymore (and 2 We Still Do)
Once burned twice shy applies to personal finance, too. The Great Recession taught many of us to improve our financial ways, mostly for the better.
Frugal Living Lessons From The First Thanksgiving
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The 6 Monthly Telecom Bills You Can Negotiate
Tired of being gouged by your Internet, cable, or wireless provider? Pick up the phone!
Want a Company to Hear You? Talk to Their “People.”
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Stop Paying For Cable Television But Keep Up With Your Favorite Shows
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7 Fool-Proof Ways to Stay Within Your Travel Budget
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5 Ways to Improve Your Well Being and Delight the Soul
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6 Tools That Stop Computer Distractions and Help You Stay on Task
Oh, soooo cute! It's a GIF of a kitten playing with a shiny button! Defend your focus and your productivity with this collection of distraction smashers.
10 Ways to Have a Cheaper Evening Hanging Out With Friends
Strengthen your friendship bonds without weakening your finances with these fun, cheap outings and get-togethers.
How to Ace Your Next Coffee Interview
More and more employers are interviewing prospects in less formal settings. Here's how to shine at your meeting without spilling any coffee.
5 Ways to Handle a Forced Early Retirement
When you're forced to exit the workforce early, it can throw a serious wrench in your retirement plans. Here's how to handle it.
Free Videos Offer Stress Relief and Relaxation
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9 Cheap and Healthy Filler Foods
Boost the nutritional value (and the flavor) of your favorite dishes by adding these frugal, healthful fillers.
Look, But Don’t Touch: Avoid Marketing Manipulation
When it comes to shopping, touching an item may in fact encourage consumers to purchase things they hadn’t intended on buying in the first place.
How to Embrace Failure, Keep Going, and Win
Whether your goals are lofty or low, chances are you won't reach them without failing — frequently. Get up, learn for next time, and keep going.