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Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
The key thing to know about the Temporary Guarantee Program for Money Market Funds that the Treasury announced 10 days ago is that it only guarantees the money that you had in the
Women account for over 80% of consumer spending, and at the same time elderly women make up over 80% of this country‘s impoverished. Women need to refocus their present spending po
It is amazing how many people spend their time doing things that they don't like doing. Here are some tips that have helped me to do more of what I enjoy in life.
If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
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The Straight Talk on Working From Home
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Today we found some stellar articles on handy items every home needs, how not to handle sudden wealth, and how to reduce student debt.
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Is your fridge a mess of wasted space, wasted food, and wasted money? Get smart about food storage and organization and save a bundle on groceries.
Fixing the foreclosure crisis
Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
Best Money Tips: 216 Affordable Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Today we found some awesome articles on 216 gifts for everyone on your list, frugal lunch ideas, and reasons to list or buy a home in December.
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Groupon?
Tell us whether or not you use Groupon for a chance to win 1 of 3 $20 Amazon gift certificates!
Savers suffering as rates fall--what to do
Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Best Customer Service Experience?
Tell us about your best customer service experience and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Update on money fund guarantee program
The key thing to know about the Temporary Guarantee Program for Money Market Funds that the Treasury announced 10 days ago is that it only guarantees the money that you had in the
6 Steps for a Woman's Financial Self-Defense
Women account for over 80% of consumer spending, and at the same time elderly women make up over 80% of this country‘s impoverished. Women need to refocus their present spending po
Don't Make These 5 Laptop-Buying Mistakes
Avoid making these five purchasing mistakes the next time you buy a laptop, and you'll save yourself a bundle.
How to Do What You Enjoy
It is amazing how many people spend their time doing things that they don't like doing. Here are some tips that have helped me to do more of what I enjoy in life.
6 Great Teachable Money Moments to Share With Your Kids
Want to make sure your kids do well financially? Teach them great money habits with these learn-by-doing lessons.
Where to Turn for Help When You Don't Have an Emergency Fund
If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
Kids Going Abroad? 8 Ways to Stay In Touch Without Going Bankrupt
Cure your children's home sickness with these fun and frugal ways to stay in touch while they explore the world.
10 Things to Leave Behind During Your Midsummer Trip
Before you head off on that midsummer getaway, make sure to leave these things behind. You won't need them.
13 Things IT People Wish You Knew About Computers
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