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Compulsive Shopping/Spending Disorder (CSD)

What is compulsive shopping? Is it a real disorder? read more »
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The Hundred Billion Dollar Tax On Investors

According to the Wall Street Journal, the government is considering a tax on financial transactions that could raise $100 billion for the government [...] read more »
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Facing Down Your Job Insecurity Complex

Job prospects look bleak.
People aren’t retiring and young people aren’t finding jobs. The jobs that they do find tend to be part-time.
What can yo[...] read more »
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The Importance in Education

Education is not only a place for learning about Calculus! read more »
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Is the Mortgage Crisis Over?

While the sub-prime mortgage crisis may be nearing an end, it may be overly optimistic to think that the mortgage crisis as a whole is over. read more »
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Can You Be Happy Without a College Degree?

Happiness is not having your favorite food every night for dinner, nor is it having more and more money and "stuff." Pursuing a college degree will[...] read more »
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Why Most Financial Advice Is Useless

Many people have seen their retirement portfolios crumble in the recent financial turmoil. Here's why it may not be a great idea to listen to financ[...] read more »
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How Long Will Others Hold U.S. Treasuries?

U.S. Treasuries have been popular in spite of low yields for quite some time. But how long will it last? And when will the effect of large amounts of[...] read more »
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Why Gold Stocks Will Explode in 2009?

With gold prices topping $933.00 per oz., one has to question, is now the time to buy gold or has the buying opportunity already passed? Should you i[...] read more »
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Falling Prices are the Bright Side of a Bad Economy

The current financial situation throughout the world is extremely challenging. Is there any good news at all? read more »
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Tough Times are an Opportunity to Get Better at Managing Money

Many people have lost their job because of the failing economy. And many more are at risk. How can we use this financial crisis to get better at mana[...] read more »
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Where is the Housing Market Headed from Here?

A recent WSJ study found that the average homeowner thinks their home-value will recover in the next 6 months...and they're dead wrong. Find out wha[...] read more »
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What is the Difference Between an Investor and a Trader?

Here's a simple and easy to understand explanation of the difference between the two strategies for building wealth. read more »
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The Hidden Dangers of Reverse Mortgages

For some people, a reverse mortgage can be just the ticket to fund a nice retirement. For others, it can be a one way ride to hell. Discover how to m[...] read more »
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What Would Mario Do? 9 Money Lessons from Super Mario Brothers

Over the years, Mario has provided me with countless hours of entertainment and cartoon violence. Along the way, he's also taught me a few lessons. [...] read more »
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