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So Your Bank Failed, Now What?
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The gap between making and consuming keeps widening, but making more of what you consume can lead to a richer life.
Ask the Readers: What Splurge Has Most Improved Your Life?
Tell us what splurge has most improved you life and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Foods That Save You Money
Today we found helpful articles on foods that save you money, changes at Starbucks you’ll see this year, and things to buy (and skip) in April.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Memory?
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Invest some of this cheap energy
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
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10 Budget-Friendly Ways to Get it Right This Valentine's Day and Beyond
Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts that won't break your budget.
Waste Not, Want Not: Turning Waste Into Savings
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Best Money Tips: How to Upgrade Your Flight to First Class
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Investing Advice by the Decade: Ages 11-20
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Best Money Tips: Important Financial Tasks to Do Each Year
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How to Simultaneously Buy and Sell a House
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10 Ways to Take 10 Minutes for Mom
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Cheap and Easy Repairs for Wardrobe Malfunctions
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Watch Out for These 4 Sneaky Charges on Your Monthly Bills
Some businesses will try to slip unfair fees onto your bill. Watch for these extras on your statements to be certain you're only paying what you owe.
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Things You Never Thought You Could Save On
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