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If you’ve found yourself avoiding the doctor because you’re recently laid off and not sure what to do, we’ve got news for you! Walgreens Take Care clinics are opening their doors
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Recently, my son noticed that the Netflix logo appeared on his Xbox 360, when he was just browsing through his “dashboard”. He knows way more about the Xbox than I ever will, but
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By understanding the different types of financial aid available to college students, parents and students can determine the best types of aid for their situation.
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Argentine Wine Hack: Make Bad Wine Better
If you open a bottle of wine that just isn't all that great, add some soda water to it. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
Best Money Tips: Negotiating the Raise You Deserve
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There's a store near where I live that sells stuff for organizing your other stuff--racks, boxes, cabinets, and shelves for tools and toys, sweaters and shoes, spices and CDs. The
5 Easy Ways to Avoid Common Spelling and Grammatical Errors
Spelling and grammar miscues are embarrassing and irksome — and maybe even career threatening. Trap those errors before they trip you up with a few simple tricks.
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Ask The Readers: What is Your Personal Finance "Story?" (A Chance to Win $10!)
Everyone is writing a book these days (even a few personal finance blogs we know.. *ahem*). If you could, what would you call it? What would you cover? Answer for your chance to
Best Money Tips: Tax Audit Flags
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Don't Ignore These 4 Things Before Refinancing Your Student Loans
If you're overwhelmed with student loan debt, refinancing might be tempting. Before you make that call, make sure you understand the fine print.
You Can Watch Your Netflix Instant Queue Using Your Xbox 360
Recently, my son noticed that the Netflix logo appeared on his Xbox 360, when he was just browsing through his “dashboard”. He knows way more about the Xbox than I ever will, but