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The Fundamentals of Socially Responsible Business
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Wise Bread on Marketplace: A Frugal Valentine's Day
Celebrate Valentine's Day frugally — our Editor's segment on American Public Media's Marketplace Money tells you how (even if it's at the last minute).
Best Money Tips: Amateur Investing Mistakes You Can Avoid
Today we found some great articles on beginner investing mistakes you can avoid, reasons why being cheap is bad, and frugal ways to relax on a stressful day.
Best Money Tips: Stay Organized When Grocery Shopping
Today we found some great articles to help you organize your grocery shopping, write a better business letter, and overcome negative emotions.
The Backdoor to Amazon's 70% off deals
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Today we found some awesome articles on secrets to paying for college, working from home do's and don'ts, and savings for every day of the week.
The 5 Best Yoga Blocks
Take your yoga practice to the next level with the right yoga block for balance and stability. Any of these five best yoga blocks are good bets!
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10 Unexpected Uses for Laundry Detergent
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The Zeigarnik Effect and 7 Other Ways to Beat the Housekeeping Blahs
It's Wednesday and the novelty of keeping the place ship-shape has long since worn off. Stay motivated with a few tidy ways to fight chore fatigue.
Best Money Tips: Thrifty Gifts for Mom
Today we found some fantastic articles on thrifty gifts for mom, building your financial dream team, and ways to slash prescription costs.
The seven deadly sins of consumerism (and the frugal redemption).
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Can't Cook? Fake It. Easiest French Recipe, Ever.
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The Best Secured Cards That Pay Interest on Your Deposit
Secured credit cards require a security deposit that usually determines your credit limit. There are some cards, though, that allow you to earn interest on the deposit.
Best Money Tips: Help Your Children Build Credit
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Should You Become a Landlord Instead of Selling Your Home?
With the housing market still in the dumps, many of us have become "accidental landlords." Should you join us?