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Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
Credit card fraud affects thousands of people every year. During 2009, in the UK alone, £440.3 million was lost due to fraudulent actions on stolen or cloned credit cards.
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Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
Two Dozen Uses For Toothpaste (Aside From Cleaning Your Teeth)
Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Celebrate Thanksgiving on a Budget?
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Top 10 Real Estate Tax Write-Offs
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Credit Card Fraud and How to Avoid It
Credit card fraud affects thousands of people every year. During 2009, in the UK alone, £440.3 million was lost due to fraudulent actions on stolen or cloned credit cards.
Credit Scores Across the Country: Which Third are You In?
CreditKarma.com recently released a report that concluded about a third of consumer's credit scores have increased (that's good) during a period of October 2008 until January 2009.
12 Habits of Highly Responsible Credit Card Users
While regular credit card use can be harmful, these 12 responsible credit habits can help you build a stronger credit rating and a healthier bottom line.
9 Ways to Make an Extra $1,000 This Summer
Pad your pockets with an extra grand this summer, all with the help of an easy side gig.
What can you do if you cannot afford to pay your taxes
Today is April 15th, also known as the dreaded Tax Day in America. Due to the recession many people may find that they do not have enough money in the bank to pay what they owe. I
The 5 Best Anti-Itch Creams
Finding the right itch cream when your skin is irritated isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these five anti-itch creams and you can say goodbye to that itch.
7 No-Fuss Wine Destinations Anyone Can Visit (and Enjoy!)
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Who Pays For the Bridesmaid Dresses When . . . ?
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One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
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What is Simple Living and Why Should I Care?
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Save a $100,000 with a Do It Yourself Taste Test
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