Now, at the risk of sounding like a great big softy, I have to share a moment that I experienced recently that reminded me of the real value of money and the place I want it to have in my life.
Over the weekend, I was driving around Queen Anne hill [more]
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Today we found helpful articles on super quick and easy ways to save money, weight-loss gimmicks to avoid, and how to get the biggest tax refund possible.
Early this morning, the Treasury announced deposit insurance for money market mutual funds, provided that the fund pays a fee. The money to provide the insurance will come from th
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Now, at the risk of sounding like a great big softy, I have to share a moment that I experienced recently that reminded me of the real value of money and the place I want it to have in my life. Over the weekend, I was driving around Queen Anne hill [more]
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Best Money Tips: Awesome Perks That Come With Your Plane Ticket
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Going Native: Landscaping for Your Climate
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Are You Ready for Home Ownership?
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Getting the Most Out of Daily Deal Sites
Groupon and other daily deal sites can seem enticing, but if you're not careful, they can cost a lot more than you expect. Learn how to use them wisely.
Best Money Tips: How Much Turkey Should You Buy?
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Chicken GUTS & Author GLORY: Tales From My Cheapskate Book Tour
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Best Money Tips: How to Ask for a Raise
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College Without Loans: Where to Find Scholarships
Applying for scholarships is a great way to pay less for college. Check out these tips for finding excellent scholarship opportunities.
Best Money Tips: 29 Quick, Easy Ways to Save Money
Today we found helpful articles on super quick and easy ways to save money, weight-loss gimmicks to avoid, and how to get the biggest tax refund possible.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Target Retirement Age?
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How to Keep Long-Term Travel From Ruining Your Career
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Deposit insurance for money funds
Early this morning, the Treasury announced deposit insurance for money market mutual funds, provided that the fund pays a fee. The money to provide the insurance will come from th
Psychology of Money: How We Secretly Want People to Make Us Buy Things
A good financial plan includes planning and budgeting for both needs and wants. Don't let short term wants steal from those wants you really desire.