Here's a sampling of free and cheap things to do where I live--Champaign-Urbana, Illinois--offered up for my neighbors (who may not know all these places), for visitors (who may no
As with many overpriced services, getting a better deal on pay-TV isn't hard. Just call armed with better competitive offers and threaten to leave. I did it on-camera in this story
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Free and cheap things to do in Champaign-Urbana
Here's a sampling of free and cheap things to do where I live--Champaign-Urbana, Illinois--offered up for my neighbors (who may not know all these places), for visitors (who may no
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The Best Halloween Costumes Are Homemade
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4 Ways to Bounce Back From Job Rejection
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Day Job or Freelance: Which Is Right for You?
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As with many overpriced services, getting a better deal on pay-TV isn't hard. Just call armed with better competitive offers and threaten to leave. I did it on-camera in this story
These 10 Money Podcasts Will Help You Save Tons
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Best Money Tips: Pantry and Freezer Staples You Should Buy in Bulk
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To Buy or Not to Buy? Criteria for Thrift-Store Clothes Shopping
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Turn Off Your Air Conditioning
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The 5 Best Internal Solid State Drives
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10 Surprising Ways to Save Money on Hotels
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10 Lifestyle Changes That Will Always Pay Off
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5 Things to Say to Your Boss to Get a Promotion or Raise
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How NOT TO Answer 10 of the Most Common Interview Questions
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