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The government is letting people think that it's okay to make bad choices. The Treasury is rewarding bad behavior and the consumer is learning nothing except to keep up the
Twenty dollars isn't what it used to be and for that matter, given recent events, neither is $100, $1,000 or $10,000. With consumer confidence waning, why not get your swagger
Do your normal financial routines feel blah? Does saving not give you the same rush that it used to? Does investing feel overwhelming, dull, or uninteresting? Then maybe you're man
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
I would never advocate buying fast food just to win something. If you are already driving thru, however, it’s something to consider. And with many of the prizes having less to do
There's more to San Francisco than cable cars, Union Square, and Fisherman's Wharf. The more of the 'other' San Francisco you see, the cheaper your stay becomes--especially a stay
For awhile I have been pondering whether Amazon's Kindle reading device can really pay for itself. But something happened today that got me off the fence: Oprah shared a coupon cod
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How To Buy Stuff That Lasts Forever
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You must file a tax return to get economic stimulus tax rebate
Surely by now everyone has heard of the economic stimulus tax rebate. To get it, though, you have to file a return.
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The Bailbondsman Approach: Why Some Of Us Stay Broke
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Sittin' on Dubs: The Andrew Jackson Proposal
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Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is
Do your normal financial routines feel blah? Does saving not give you the same rush that it used to? Does investing feel overwhelming, dull, or uninteresting? Then maybe you're man
The good life on less energy--even in the US
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
Best Money Tips: Live a Fulfilling Life in Retirement
Today we found some awesome articles on living a fulfilling life in retirement, starting an Ebay business, and taking a year off in your 20s.
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Be a Winner with Your Dinner (Or not)
I would never advocate buying fast food just to win something. If you are already driving thru, however, it’s something to consider. And with many of the prizes having less to do
Less Expensive Ways to Enjoy San Francisco
There's more to San Francisco than cable cars, Union Square, and Fisherman's Wharf. The more of the 'other' San Francisco you see, the cheaper your stay becomes--especially a stay
8 Things Everyone Should Know About the Commodities Markets
From cows to coffee, billions of dollars are lost and made trading commodities. Here's what you need to know — even if you're not a trader.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Love Most About Fall?
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Can a Kindle Save You Money? Oprah's Coupon Code Makes It Easier
For awhile I have been pondering whether Amazon's Kindle reading device can really pay for itself. But something happened today that got me off the fence: Oprah shared a coupon cod
Best Money Tips: 7 Phases to Retirement
Today we found some great articles on phases to retirement, productivity tips for freelancers, and stress-free frugality.