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Financial Lessons From Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh has remained one of the most endearing characters in children's literature — but there's a lot he can teach us adults about money, too.
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The U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Credit Card offers a low APR for those with good credit.
City Shopping: Finding Your New Frugal Home
Considering a move? Make sure you consider these frugal factors when choosing where you're going to live.
DIY Mortgage Acceleration
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Best Money Tips: Take a Cruise on the Cheap
Today we found some fantastic articles on taking a cruise on the cheap, avoiding airfare pricing glitches, and reasons to continue working after retirement.
How to Ease into Credit Card Rewards After Debt Repayment
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Paying Your Debts in the Wrong Order Could Be Costing You
All debts are not created equal. There's an order to your path to financial freedom.
Buying a Home: Highlights from Our Chat with Money Smart Week
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Money Smart Week on buying a home.
10 Ways to Get Great Hair Without the Salon
Save pricey salon days for a rare treat and get gorgeous, healthy hair with some simple (and cheap!) tricks.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
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23 Relaxing Ways to Enjoy Your Kid's First Day at School
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Best Money Tips: 5 Kinds of Bank Accounts That Everybody Needs
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They're turning Paris Hilton's trash into cash.
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Save at the Grocery Store
Today, we share tips to help you save money at the grocery store, tricks to avoid eating at restaurants, and common terms that ruin your resume.
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15 Fun and Frugal Labor Day Activities
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My favorite electronic gadget hacks.
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Best Money Tips: September Deals for Families
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