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Money Related Traditions for Celebrating Chinese New Year
The Chinese Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is celebrated annually by billions of people around the world. In 2010, New Year's Day falls on February 14th. Here are some of the
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Amazingly, these schemes were all real. Thankfully, they also all offer real lessons on how to avoid losing your shirt.
Save 50% or More on Local Stuff with Groupon and Others
An exploding field of new Web sites is delivering an elusive and desirable type of deal: Steep discounts on very local goods and services.
Don't Buy Microsoft Office! And Other Free Alternatives to Pricey Computer Software
You don't have to pay for Microsoft Office or other expensive computer programs — discover how to use free open source software.
Ask the Readers: Do You Honestly Follow a Budget? (Chance to win $20)
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10 Back-to-School iPhone Apps
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Hate Budgeting? How a Percentage-Based Budget Might Work for You
When it comes to budgeting, play the percentages to find a spending plan that works for you, whatever your situation.
My CSA Experience: Farm-Fresh Veggies All Summer (and Possibly Winter)
Buying a share in community-supported agriculture is a great way to get fresh, local produce — and some CSAs are even available through the winter.
20 Little Ways to Make Your Stuff Last Longer
Extend the useful life of the things you own — and extend the life of your savings account — with a few, easy, maintenances tricks.
Best Money Tips: Study Tips From a College Grad (of 10 Years)
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Do You Know These 5 Financial Lessons Most People Learn in Their 40s?
Being forty-something means you've got life all sorted out, right? Confused or certain, these are the money lessons you must learn before 50.
6 Ways It Pays to Be Friendly With Your Neighbors
Having friendly neighbors is its own reward, of course, but all those neighborly smiles often pay-off in unexpected ways. Like these.
5 Times You Should Never Use Your Company Credit Card
A business credit card is a big perk that comes with extra responsibility. Don't run afoul of your firm — or the authorities — through its misuse.
18 Amazing DIY Decorating Projects That Are Easier Than You Think
Need to a fun project to ward off cabin fever this winter? Spruce up your place with one of these easy, decorative DIY projects.
10 Mindless Ways You're Spending Money
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How to Insure Jewelry for Cheap (or Free!)
Jewelry insurance doesn't need to be expensive. In fact, there are ways of insuring your rings, bracelets, and other baubles without paying a dime!
11 Health Foods Not Worth the Money
Many of the foods sold as "healthy" aren't, actually, despite the higher price. Are you eating any of these 11 overpriced health foods?
Best Money Tips: Changes to Make for Everyday Simplicity
Today we found some helpful articles on changes we can make for everyday simplicity, common calorie myths, and actionable financial tips for millennials.
5 College Degrees Not Worth the Money
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10 Times at Work You're Just Wasting Effort
Maybe the best way to get more done is to start doing less. Are you spinning your wheels all day at work?