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Last week I wrote that ailing banks usually give the highest interest rates and mentioned the troubles of IndyMac. Last Friday, the FDIC has officially named IndyMac a failed bank
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Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
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So Your Bank Failed, Now What?
Last week I wrote that ailing banks usually give the highest interest rates and mentioned the troubles of IndyMac. Last Friday, the FDIC has officially named IndyMac a failed bank
10 More Scams Everyone Should Know About
Scamsters have refined classics like "Help I Need Gas" and developed new cons for the Internet age. Here are 10 to watch out for.
Best Money Tips: March Family Shopping Guide
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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
The 10 Biggest Lies We Tell Ourselves About Money
Who are you trying to kid, anyway? Quit telling yourself these major money lies.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Valentine's Day?
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Are your new tires really 6-year old ticking time-bombs?
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Become a Producer to Put Your Consumption in Perspective
The gap between making and consuming keeps widening, but making more of what you consume can lead to a richer life.
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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
10 Budget Design Ideas for a Kids' Playroom
If your kids have made the kitchen or family room into their playroom, reclaim your space with these budget-friendly playroom ideas.
Flashback Friday: The 82 Best Spring Cleaning Hacks We’ve Ever Shared
Spring cleaning is a lot less daunting when you have a strategy. These hacks will make it a painless process, and maybe even a little bit fun.
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Beyond the Sandcastle: 20 Great Ways to Use a Beach Bucket
From garden gathering to beach-themed cakes, there's plenty the versatile, affordable plastic pail can do.
6 Fun Games That Teach Your Kids About Money
Teaching your children financial literacy is as easy as playing a game.