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The seven deadly sins of consumerism (and the frugal redemption).
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Stick With It (Even Though its Christmas)
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Seriously, Get Rid of Your Landline
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Eating at the Intersection of Cheap and Healthy
A lot of healthy food — organic, locally grown food — comes at specialty food prices. But with some planning and smart shopping, you can eat both well and cheap.
Best Money Tips: 5 Ways to Eliminate Stress
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Beauty is in the Eyes of the Employer
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Ask the Readers: What Do You Splurge On?
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Best Money Tips: Teaching Your Teen Financial Responsibility
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Could the last person to leave America please turn out the light.
I don’t know about you, but I’m more than a little worried by recent economic events. First Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, then Lehman Brothers, and now an $85 billion loan to AIG. So
Best Money Tips: Things to Do to Get a Raise at Work
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How I'm Conquering My Bag Lady Fears: My 10-Step Program
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