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Last week temperatures here in California soared into the 90s and we needed to cool down. After getting some fat free frozen yogurt we were still feeling hot, so my husband took o
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Wanna Put Away Some Cash? Take A Vacation!
A cruise to the Bahamas or a trip to that luxury spa aren’t going to get you ahead financially. However, if you’re looking to sock away a coupl
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Is Social Security Just A Grand Ponzi Scheme?
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Need a Cheap Cool Dessert? Make Your Own Shaved Ice!
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Why I Need to Find $31K This Year
Wise Bread writer Max Wong needs to find an extra $31,000 this year. She's up for the challenge, and we're along for the ride.
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The Easiest Way to Avoid a Tax Audit
It's every taxpayer's worst fear, but it doesn't have to be if you're honest and you stick with these tax-prep basics.
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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Finances Before Retirement
Make the transition to retirement a little easier by taking care of few personal finance tasks before your income shrinks.
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How to get rich by being evil
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10 Fun Money Apps for Kids
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