Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
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I don’t own a lot of stuff that’s considered top of the line. Hardly anything in fact. But I do have the “Rolls Royce” of vacuum cleaners – The Dyson DC14 Complete (well, it was to
If you're like me, reveling in the fresh produce of summer and saddened when it departs in the fall, despair isn't your only option. There are good ways to preserve fruits and vege
Fruit juice has all the sugar of real fruit, but little of the fiber, which makes it not so healthy. But these lower-sugar, high-nutrient juices really are good for you.
Who doesn't love finding a bargain on eBay? Strike even better deals on everything from clothes to computers with these simple shopping and bidding strategies.
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Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
How Tapping Into Home Equity Is Like Pawning A Gold Necklace
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
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Living abroad can really broaden your horizons, especially when it comes to money.
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These days, sharing political views is as easy as hitting "Enter." But the aftermath can be much greater than a heated debate.
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Paying off credit card or revolving debt is one of the smartest things you can do to improve your finances. That is, unless you pay it off using one of these methods.
I Just Think Things Should Work Properly too, Mr. Dyson. UPDATED 7/7/09
I don’t own a lot of stuff that’s considered top of the line. Hardly anything in fact. But I do have the “Rolls Royce” of vacuum cleaners – The Dyson DC14 Complete (well, it was to
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Eat Healthy This Winter Without Spending a Fortune
If you're like me, reveling in the fresh produce of summer and saddened when it departs in the fall, despair isn't your only option. There are good ways to preserve fruits and vege
2 Juices That Are Surprisingly Bad for You (and 5 to Drink Instead)
Fruit juice has all the sugar of real fruit, but little of the fiber, which makes it not so healthy. But these lower-sugar, high-nutrient juices really are good for you.
5 Ways to Pay Off High Interest Credit Card Debt
Don't let high interest credit card debt totally derail your money. Pay it off, quickly, with a few smart moves.
Going Off the Grid Is a Lot Harder Than You Think
You may hear folks long for the simpler days of living "off-grid." But it wasn't necessarily that much simpler after all.
7 Secrets to Scoring the Best Price When Buying on eBay
Who doesn't love finding a bargain on eBay? Strike even better deals on everything from clothes to computers with these simple shopping and bidding strategies.
Laser vs. Inkjet: Choosing the Wrong Printer Could Cost You
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With the endless falling of snow, winter can be a miserable time. Hate it a little less by adding these clever mental tricks to your arsenal.
Flashback Friday: 36 Things You Should Buy Second Hand
Before you head out to shop your favorite stores, consider buying those items used. You can save an unbelievable amount of cash in the process.
8 Reasons You Should File Your Taxes as Soon as Possible
Tax Day will be here before you know it. Get your tax prep done now, and you can kick back and relax come April.