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How is a job search like a romantic adventure or misadventure? Let me count the ways: nine. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell if a company is truly interested or just isn’t into
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I eat lunch at a local fast-food place occasionally. My usual order runs to just over $4, so I was annoyed when I realized while walking over there yesterday that I'd forgotten to
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Plumas County: Hidden (Cheaper) California
Are you stuck on the coast paying a big mortgage on a tiny property? Do your kids spend more time with their daycare provider than with you? Do you worry that they've never see
Get It in Writing: A Quick Guide to Agreements and Contracts
Get any deal you make in writing — and make sure you understand what the contract actually means.
Job-Search Romance
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The Online Dating First Date: Get a Drink
Single folks, would you like to go out for a drink? The answer should be yes — and not just because it's frugal.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Give to Charity?
Tell us how you give to charity and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Flashback Friday: 39 Inspiring Stories and Tips to Help You Beat Debt
Let's look back at the 39 best stories and debt management tips we've ever shared.
Ask The Readers: Do You Pay For A Gym Membership?
Tell us if you pay for a gym membership and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Will You Buy a Halloween Costume this Year?
Tell us if you will buy a Halloween costume this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
DVDs Freer than Free--No, Really, Really Free
I noticed Paul's interesting article (NEVER Pay for a Redbox DVD Rental Again ) about using Redbox codes to rent movies f
Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Evaluate Your Budget?
Tell us how often you evaluate your budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Here's How Your Credit Score Affects Your Job Search
Can a low FICO score damage your shot at your dream job? Yes and no. Learn what a potential boss can see in your credit report.
Book review: Work Less, Live More
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Flashback Friday: 122 Scrumptious Super Bowl Party Snack Ideas
Super Bowl Sunday is less about football and more about food. Here are 122 scrumptious Super Bowl snacks your guests — and your wallet — will love.
Ask the Readers: Have You Finished Your Back-to-School Shopping?
Tell us if you've finished your back to school shopping and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What Would You Do: Pay Now or Pay Later?
Play financial adviser and tell me how you would handle a deferred preschool tuition payment. Put it all on the credit card for a large cashback reward, or enjoy the opportunity to
Debasing not just the currency
I eat lunch at a local fast-food place occasionally. My usual order runs to just over $4, so I was annoyed when I realized while walking over there yesterday that I'd forgotten to
Avoid These 5 Common Gym Budget Busters
That gym membership may be burning a hole in your pocket along with those extra calories.
Capital One: What’s In Your Envelope?
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6 Little-Known Ways to Save When Booking Spring Travel
Pack your sunscreen! These easy hotel and airfare hacks make spring and summer vacation an affordable breeze.
Ask the Readers: What's Your Favorite Grocery Shopping Tip?
Tell us about your favorite grocery shopping tip and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!