I suppose defining Peeps, a favorite of my childhood, as "good" food that goes bad, might be a bit of a stretch.
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Thanks to AT&T’s acquisition of Bell South Corp, customers in 22 states are being offered DSL packages for $10 per month.
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In response to the recent credit squeeze, the Federal Reserve did something unusual: they cut the discount rate without cutting the federal funds rate.
The federal funds rate is the rate at [more]
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When Good Food Goes Bad Part V: Cooking with Peeps
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Why is it so expensive to be healthy?
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Best Money Tips: 22 Clever New Uses for Your Tools
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The Biggest Ways You're Wasting Money at the Pump
Unless your car really, really needs it, you're better off skipping premium. Find out other ways you can save at the pump.
Thanks, Mom
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How to Research a Home's Location Before You Buy
Finding the perfect home is all about location, location, location. Here's how you can get the scoop on your potential new neighborhood.
Always Answer the Call: Expert Advice on Debt Collection
Michelle Dunn has experience as both a debt collector and as a debtor. Get her expert advice on dealing with collections agencies.
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The Big Kahuna of Coupon Books
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How to Avoid Airline Fees in Basic Economy
Airline fees can quickly eat into your travel budget, but if you reveiw airline policies carefully, you can avoid most while flying comfortably, even in basic economy.
AT&T Offers $10 DSL Plans
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7 Easy Ways to Calculate Your New Car Budget
A shiny new set of wheels can really loosen your purse strings. Don't hit the dealership without knowing what you can truly afford.
14 Reasons to Celebrate Getting Older
Aging is nothing to fear. There are plenty of ways getting older makes life more enjoyable.
Get It Done: How to Measure Your Goals
How can you achieve your goals if you don’t even know how to measure them? Learn how to quantify your goals and accomplish more.
Walking away (from a job that’s going away) on your terms
If you sense that you're in trouble at your job, don't let the progressive disciplinary madness continue. Take action instead, and walk away on your terms.
Train vs. Plane Travel: Which Is Right for You?
Should you take to the skies, or hit the rails on your next vacation? Here's how to decide if you should go by plane or train.
Personal Financial Advisors awaiting your call
Financial advice is everywhere (even here at www.wisebread.com) from the bank teller to a wealth manager who wants to dispense planning advice, manage your investment portfolio, an
5 Money Moves to Make Even If You Don't Plan to Buy a House
Getting a mortgage isn't the only reason to keep your finances in tiptop shape. You should make these money moves even if you plan to rent forever.
Laws the Leg-Breakers Don’t Want You to Know About
Gone are the days when debt collectors only hassled the lazy, financially inept, or the completely downtrodden and hopelessly unlucky. [more]
Federal Reserve cuts the discount rate
In response to the recent credit squeeze, the Federal Reserve did something unusual: they cut the discount rate without cutting the federal funds rate. The federal funds rate is the rate at [more]