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Sometimes wanting something and trying for it aren't enough. The honest truth is that, no matter how frugal you are, no matter how extensive your emergency fund, no matter how
If you're like most investors, those bulky annual reports that arrive on your doorstep are a waste of time and resources. If you want to get the most out of your annual reports,
When the price of my beloved Best Foods (also known as Hellman’s, for you folks east of the Rockies) rose to over $6 (30 oz.) here, we switched to a store brand. It was sl
Identity theft is considered an increasing national epidemic, being the fastest growing crime in the nation. And until you discover that somebody else has stolen your identit
Your wedding registry is your ultimate wish list, so think carefully about what you put on it. Follow this guide to ensure you get useful, long-lasting stuff.
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Top 10 Red Flags That Trigger IRS Audits
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Getting your first credit card allows you to enter the financial mainstream. Be sure to avoid these common mistakes that can cost you.
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Nobody wants to get duped, whether by someone we know or someone we don't. Learn to recognize these tell tale signs of a phony.
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Switching Addictions
Sometimes trading one addiction for another can save both your money and your health.
How to Retire With Less Than $1 Million in Savings
Your nest egg doesn't reach the millions. That's OK; you can still have a happy, healthy retirement.
9 Crazy Investments of the Rich and Famous
The rich and famous are no strangers to wild money matters. Do any of these crazy investments ring a bell?
6 Common Homebuying Myths, Debunked
The first step toward easing your homebuying jitters is to stop faking yourself out with these falsehoods.
Get Your Own Identity! What to do when Yours is Stolen
Identity theft is considered an increasing national epidemic, being the fastest growing crime in the nation. And until you discover that somebody else has stolen your identit
What to Put On (and Leave Off) Your Wedding Registry
Your wedding registry is your ultimate wish list, so think carefully about what you put on it. Follow this guide to ensure you get useful, long-lasting stuff.