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One Recipe, Lots of Food: 10 Great Main Dish Casseroles
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Being asthmatic just got more expensive
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Save $5 or more on your Verizon wireless bill
You can lower your cell phone bill by moving your cell phone to a state with lower taxes (unless, of course, you already live in said state).
FREE 18" Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace
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That gym membership may be burning a hole in your pocket along with those extra calories.
Protect Future Earnings by Negotiating the Right Starting Salary
Why set yourself up for financial failure when you can negotiate a fair starting salary now?
The Frugal Living Commencement Speech I'd Give to My Younger Self
If time travel were possible, this is the commencement speech I'd give to my younger self about living frugally.
If You Won The Lottery, You Would...
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Make Loyalty Shopping More Efficient with KeyRingThing.com
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Do Americans really want to "Go Dutch"?
I just read a very interesting article by an American expat named Russell Shorto in the Netherlands titled "Going Dutch - How I Learned to Love the European Welfare State". The
Say No! 7 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Get Married if You're in Debt
Newlyweds can fight about more important things than money (like the chores) if they enter the union debt-free. Read on for reasons why you should wait to wed.
The 5 Best Routers
One of the biggest Internet rip-offs? Internet service providers charge you to rent their routers. Save money by getting one of these.
How to See the Summer's Blockbuster Movies Without Breaking the Bank
Seeing summer movies is a great way to be entertained and beat the heat. But going to the theater can be crazy pricey — unless you save with these deals.
Wine Tastings: Finding Cheap Wine That You Like
There is lots of advice out there on how to save money on drinking by buying this or that wine. But forget that—everyone's tastes are different and one person's "good wine" might b
10 Fat-Filled Foods You Should Stop Avoiding
Fat should be avoided at all costs, right? Wrong. These are the fats you should be getting more of for a healthier you.
8 Ways to Stay Upbeat on Your Job Hunt
Searching for a new job can be disheartening — stay positive and productive with these great tips.
Best of Personal Finance: Dog Days of Summer Edition
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The 5 Best Ceiling Fans
Keeping cool on the warmer days isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these five ceiling fans and you'll stay cool on the cheap.
Free $10 on Amazon (or Why to Read Fine Print)
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Flashback Friday: 30 Brilliant Ways to Survive Black Friday Madness
Braving the blustering winter weather the day after Thanksgiving to shop alongside the masses doesn't sound worth the trouble, but here's how to survive and save like a pro.