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Year-End Holiday Celebrations for Less
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Recently I read an enlightening story in the New York Times about the Pu'er tea bubble in Yunan, China. The burgundy fermented teas fetched prices of $150 a pound at the peak, but
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Buying a home can be seem scary — and complicated. But if you keep these basics in mind, you'll soon have the home of your dreams.
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Cooking is a great way to save money — and the most important cooking tool you can own is a good chef's knife.
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There are hundreds and hundreds of apps out there, many of which help businesses move more efficiently. Here's a list of five great smartphone apps for business owners on the go.
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