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Simple living should be about enjoying the good stuff. So, rather than go into a bunch of things you can do to head off possible problems, I'm going to give you just one tool for a
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Today we found some great articles on inexpensive powerhouse foods, how to make money selling your stuff, and springing into summer vacation savings.
Best Money Tips: Get Ahead on Next Year's Taxes
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Gas Is High Enough….
Watching my local newscast a few nights ago, I was disturbed by the assumption that the anchor made regarding rising gas prices and consumer reaction.
Not So Straight Path To A Dream Job (U.S. President)
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Five J.O.B.’s That Aren’t That B.A.D.
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Best Money Tips: Cheap Summer Activities for Families
Today we found some awesome articles on cheap summer activities for families, teaching kids about money, and making the most of your time.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Father's Day Gift Ideas
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Laptop travel kit - FREE after rebate
Sweet deal. Circuit City is currently offering a very handy Nexxtech Laptop Travel Kit for $39.99, which comes with a $40 mail-in rebate. If you're someone constantly on the move o
Ask the Readers: How Do You Get Cool on a Budget?
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The Bank Christmas Tree
What are we teaching our children about wants and needs this Christmas? At my local bank branch the 'give to the needy' Christmas tree has reached new levels of tackiness.
Lucky trade-offs
I view frugal living as essentially hedonistic: I don't deny myself things. Rather, I spend less on the things I don't care about in order to be able to spend more on the things
Federal Perkins Loans
Where a Stafford Loan or Parent PLUS Loan is available to just about any college student, a Federal Perkins Loan is only available to students who can expect only a minimal level o
Avoiding Aspirational Spending
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Retirement accounts and money to spend
Everybody knows that retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs offer great tax advantages (and once upon a time--and maybe again someday--a corporate match). But people who have p
Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes While Rebuilding Your Credit
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Book review: Life Inc.
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5 Simple Ways to Save on Thanksgiving
Saving on Thanksgiving is simple...if you plan ahead.
The Best Way to Avoid the Worst Financial Problems
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Best of Personal Finance Roundup: 50+ Cheap and Healthy Party Foods for the Super Bowl
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