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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.
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7 Delayed-Spending Tricks That Help Pay Off Debt
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Your Hobbies?
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How Online Retailers Make It Easier to Spend Money
Much of what's convenient about online retail — reviews, one-click shopping, fast shipping — is aimed at one thing: reducing the "pain of paying" so you'll spend more.
Is Your Hotel Hiding These 5 Fees in Your Bill?
Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
A Recipe for Youth Financial Literacy
Kids can begin to learn money management skills through a basic program that can be started in or just before Kindergarten.
You Missed a Student Loan Payment. Now What?
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5 Easy-to-Make Deluxe Gifts for Under $15
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Hands in Your Pocket: The Cost of Standby Power - Environmental and Otherwise
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Say No! 7 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Get Married if You're in Debt
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Don't Waste Your Money on These 6 Workout Snacks
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