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Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
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Credit Card Fraud and How to Avoid It
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The Buy-Nothing Lifestyle: Lessons from a Frugal Experiment
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We love our pets — too much sometimes — and it can cost us plenty. Get smart about caring for Fido and keep him from tearing a hole in your budget.
Denied a Mortgage? Here's How to Fix It Fast
Depending on why a mortgage is denied, disappointed homebuyers often still have a shot at homeownership. Find out how to go from no to yes.
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