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Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
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Anyone who knows me knows I'm no fan of WalMart. Aside from their horrific treatment of workers and the impact they have on the economy, their stores just suck all the energy out o
An apprenticeship sounds old-fashioned, but the reality is that apprenticeships are still around, and they can be valuable career-building experiences.
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
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Today we found some awesome articles on awesome frugal date ideas, tested tips for a frugal life, and inexpensive ways to keep kids entertained this summer.
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Can you name an investor other than Warren Buffett or Peter Lynch? Drop these five names at your next investment club meeting.
High tech for mass transit
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Mind Control Guru Can Pay With Blank Sheets of Paper
Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
Get the Most Out of Safeway's Just for U Deals
Safeway offers personalized grocery discounts with its Just for U program. If you're in the know, you can squeeze even more savings out of it.
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The 5 Best Smart Thermostats
Your average thermostat can't be controlled from anywhere or learn your temperature preferences. That's why it's time to upgrade to one of these smart thermostats.
Exercise (and alcohol) good for your brain
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21 Teeny-Tiny Ways to Save
If you're frustrated because you can't save big, start small! Try these teeny-tiny (and easy!) tricks for saving cash.
3 Ways Confidence Makes You Better With Money
They say confidence is key, and your bank account likely won't argue. Go on — hold your head high and claim what's yours.
Best Money Tips: How to Take a Mini-Retirement
Today we found articles on how to take a mini-retirement, thrift store treasures you shouldn’t pass up, and reasons why you shouldn’t focus on monthly payments.
Is this the weirdest freebie ever?
Anyone who knows me knows I'm no fan of WalMart. Aside from their horrific treatment of workers and the impact they have on the economy, their stores just suck all the energy out o
The Benefits of Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship sounds old-fashioned, but the reality is that apprenticeships are still around, and they can be valuable career-building experiences.
7 Ways Millennials Are Better With Money Than You Are
Millennials are getting smart about their spending and saving habits — smarter, even, than you.
This Is the Difference Between a Loan and a Line of Credit
If you need to borrow money, you may wonder how a loan differs from a line of credit. Let's break it down.
Gold as an investment
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
Best Money Tips: Tips for Reducing Your Water Bill
Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for reducing your water bill, banking tips for 20-somethings, and early retirement risks.