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Should you spend your money while you can?
A new article on Slate today details a study by some economists that say people should enjoy their money while they are still healthy and young. The conclusion of their study is th
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The weekend is coming — hooray! Extend it to all the way to Monday morning by making Sunday night all about you and not about the week ahead.
In times like these, separate the want from the need.
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Our Senior Editor was back on Marketplace Money recently, discussing how to have difficult financial conversations and learning to cook (not at the same time).
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Eating food is the best, but what's even better is not wasting food that's about to go bad. Here are other ways to use food, other than eating it.
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As interest rates head north, homeowners are wondering if the timing is right to refinance. Here's how to find out.
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Do you know how to use a parking meter? Serious question.
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Want a Company to Hear You? Talk to Their “People.”
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The 5 Best Freezers
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7 Ways to Cut Your Food Bill Without Clipping a Single Coupon
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Stop Paying For Cable Television But Keep Up With Your Favorite Shows
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8 Common Job-Hunt Tips You Should Ignore
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One Simple Thing You Can Do Today to Start Living Frugally
Start living a life more frugal — right now! — with one simple shift in perspective.
Best Money Tips: Becoming Debt Free
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9 Ways Americans Are Spending Differently (but Not Less)
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How to Ace Your Next Coffee Interview
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Tips for Playing Credit Card Roulette
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