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Protecting Yourself from Medical Billing Mistakes
By some estimates, up to 80% of medical bills out there have mistakes on them, so it’s in your best interest to know what you’re being charged for.
Best Money Tips: 10 Ways to Screw Up Your Finances
Today we found articles on easy ways to screw up your finances, how to read more books, and tips for first-time property investors.
LCD vs. Plasma: What's the Better Value?
If you're longing to make a big-screen TV the centerpiece to your home theater system, consider the deal-rich plasma option.
10 Ways You Disrespect Your Money
Look after your money and it'll look after you. Mistreat it, and it'll do the same to you.
Why Our Brains Want to Buy New Stuff, Even When We Don't Need It
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Walking the Tight Rope of Financial Recovery: The Mental Game
Though some economists are tentative and a few disagree outright, the majority of people in the know believe that the worldwide recession has hit rock bottom and we are now, slowly
12 Ways to Finally Get That Promotion This Year
Don't just sit there at your desk being competent. Get out there and make management notice that you are the person they need to keep and promote.
The 5 Best Digital Food Scales
When trying to eat healthy, the right tools make it easy. Just use any of these digital food scales and your goal weight will be within your reach.
Being Healthy Can Have Big Cash Rewards
I recently became a member of my wife’s gym. I had always hesitated, being a frugal person I preferred to work out at home with a few weights and some exercise DVDs. But, when I di
Forget Your Weaknesses and Build on Your Strengths to Find Success
Choosing the path of least resistance doesn't mean you're lazy; it means you're playing to your strengths. Here's why you should keep doing it.
Alice.com: How to Save on Toilet Paper and Diapers Without Working Hard
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Best Money Tips: Cheap and Easy DIY Home Improvement Projects
Today we found some great articles on cheap and easy DIY home improvement projects, jobs to satisfy your wander lust, and putting your tax refund to work.
6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From "Gilmore Girls"
Rory and Lorelai have taught us so much about love, family, and...money? Yep, money, too.
5 Amazing Online Cooking Shows That Teach You All the Skills You Need
Looking to hone your cooking skills? These lively and informative shows will transform your cookery from stale toast to devil's food cake.
7 Last-Minute Ways to Cut Your 2016 Tax Bill
Tick tock, the year's almost up! Before 2017 comes ringing in, make sure you check off these last-minute ways to cut your '16 tax bill.
7 Killer Ways to Really, Actually Lose Weight
There's a lot of weight loss advice out there that's either unsustainable or doesn't deliver results. Learn what really works — and how it could help you.
What Freelancers and Side Giggers Need to Know About Income Taxes
Uncle Sam wants his due from everybody. That means you too, freelancers.
6 Things You Need to Know Before You Book an All-Inclusive Vacation
If your idea of a relaxing vacation involves carefree afternoons spent poolside, an all-inclusive resort may be right for you. Here's what you need to know.
Guerrilla Thrift Shopping: The 9 Laws of Profit
Is it still possible to make money thrift shopping? Has eBay killed thrifting? Learn the 9 secret strategies for pulling a profit in the a tight market.