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Voluntary simplicity as hedonism
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Last August, I decided to purchase my first new car ever. I had only ever owned used (and entirely paid-for) vehicles prior to this. I researched the type of car that I wanted and
Best Money Tips: Common Mistakes in Your Family Budget
Today we found some great articles on common mistakes in a family budget, creative ways to use tape, and why you may be spending more money in fall than summer.
How to Profit From China's Growing Upper Class — Even If You Don't Speak Chinese
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When savings rates are below the inflation rate, it's easy to delude yourself into thinking you shouldn't save. That's a bad idea.
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Best Money Tips: September Deals for Families
Today we found some great articles on the best deals for families this September, frugal Halloween projects, and willpower tips to help you achieve anything.