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The housing crash and recession have left many of us feeling house poor. The first step in getting out is understanding how deep we're in.
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Stuck in the paycheck to paycheck rut? You either need to spend less — or earn more — money.
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Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
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Walgreens Clinics Provide Free Health Care for the (Very) Recently Unemployed
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6 Smart Ways to Help Your Appliances Retain Their Value
Keeping household appliances spick, span, and humming like brand-new and they'll keep their worth for years to come.
10 Great Gifts for Frequent Travelers
Perfect gifts that will help them travel faster, safer, and enjoy the moment.
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16 Major Dos and Don'ts at a Job Interview
Your resume, network, online profiles all worked and you've landed the interview. Don't mess up now!
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Little Road Trips Here and There: Little Savings Everywhere
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