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I Bond rates go to zero

Since 1998, the US Treasury has had a pretty good deal for small savers who were worried about inflation--the Series I Savings Bond.  The interest it paid was based on inflation pl

Ask the Readers: Do You Read Personal Finance Books?

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Best Money Tips: How to Get Bigger Checks From Social Security

Today we found articles on ways to get bigger checks from Social Security, cheats for waking yourself up during the week, and how to avoid leaving money on the table.

Ask the Readers: What Are Your Resolutions for 2014?

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Ask the Readers: Will You Shop Back-to-School Sales?

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Best Money Tips: How to Get Paid to Watch Videos

Today we found helpful articles on getting paid to watch videos, avoiding budget burnout, and coming up with the down payment for a home.

Ask the Readers: What Has Been Your Best Investment Yet?

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Do You Love Money or Hate It? Either Way, You're Sick.

Do you love money and all things "green", or does your stomach turn at the very thought of it? Read on to explore and comment on where you fit into the spectrum.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Keep Heating Costs Low?

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Best Money Tips: Save When Building the Home of Your Dreams

Today we found some stellar articles on saving when building the home of your dreams, getting money in a hurry, and finding a great financial adviser.

Ask the Readers: What Subscriptions Do You Have?

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How to Easily Use an iPad as a Laptop

You don't actually need both an iPad and a laptop. Convert your tablet into a multi-use tool with a few apps and accessories — for less than the cost of a new laptop.

Deposit insurance for money funds

Early this morning, the Treasury announced deposit insurance for money market mutual funds, provided that the fund pays a fee. The money to provide the insurance will come from th

Ask the Readers: What Are Your Best Tips for Frugal Fitness?

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Ask the Readers: How Does Your Family Prepare for the Holidays?

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6 Financial Mistakes We Don't Make Anymore (and 2 We Still Do)

Once burned twice shy applies to personal finance, too. The Great Recession taught many of us to improve our financial ways, mostly for the better.

Do we really need help with getting more debt?

Today a new rescue program called the Term Asset-Backed Securities Loan Facility (TALF) was announced by the Treasury and Federal Reserve to support owners of securities backed by

The 5 Best Freezers

Buying or making food in bulk and storing it in the freezer is one of the best ways to save money. Do it with one of these great freezer picks.

Hungry? 20 Popular Online Grocers to Satisfy Every Craving

If you're too busy to go to the store or need something special, count on these Internet grocery stores to bring home the bacon (or the pineapple or bell pepper).

8 Common Job-Hunt Tips You Should Ignore

Want to get a job? Ignore this advice — and learn what you should be doing instead.