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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?

Posted by nickel 1112 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: insurance
This is a sticky subject, as there's no one right answer. Here, I walk you through the things that we've considered when decided how much life insu[...] read more »
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What is a 529 Plan?

Posted by nickel 1130 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: 529 education investing saving
This article provides a brief overview of 529 plans, which are a popular tool for saving for college. read more »
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Looks Can Be Deceiving: Lessons Learned on a Shuttle Ride at the Car Dealer

Posted by nickel 1144 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: frugality net worth wealth
A doctor, a lawyer, and a preacher get on a shuttle bus together. Sounds like a bad joke, but it's actually a great lesson. read more »
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Six Common Financial Aid Mistakes to Avoid

Posted by nickel 1147 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: education fafsa student loans
Nice list of mistakes to avoid when searching for financial aid. read more »
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Budgeting and Automation: Streamline Your Finances

Posted by nickel 1152 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: automation budgeting finance
Streamline your finances with a budget and a bit of automation. Your future self with thank you if you do. read more »
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How to Opt Out of Unsolicited Credit Card Offers

Posted by nickel 1159 days ago (http://www.moneytipper.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: credit cards how to opt out
Nice rundown of steps to take to opt out of credit card solications. read more »
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Velocity: The "Speed" of Money

Posted by nickel 1165 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Business | Tags: economy monetary policy velocity
The velocity of money has dropped by a factor of two in recent months. Click through to read about what that means, and to see a scary graph. read more »
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A Bit of Auto Bailout Humor

Posted by nickel 1244 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Business | Tags: automotive bailout economy humor
If you don't laugh, you'll cry. read more »
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The #1 Tax Tip for 2008

Posted by nickel 1244 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: finance money taxes
"The most important thing that you can do as we head into tax season is to make sure that your return is accurate. That being said..."[...] read more »
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Toyota Forecasts Its First Operating Loss in 71 Years

Posted by nickel 1253 days ago (http://www.bloomberg.com)
Category: Economy | Tags: economy
If Toyota can't turn a buck in the current economic climate, what hope do other carmakers have? read more »
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Comprehensive Guide to IRS Income Phase Outs Rules

Posted by nickel 1259 days ago (http://www.bargaineering.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: taxes
Nice description of IRS phaseouts. Good info for year end tax planning. read more »
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Ill. Gov. arrested in Obama successor probe

Posted by nickel 1265 days ago (http://news.yahoo.com)
Category: Entrepreneurship | Tags: fraud government
Senate seat for sale to the highest bidder... read more »
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What Happens When the Increased FDIC Insurance Limits Expire?

Posted by nickel 1265 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: banking fdic
Don't get burned when the new, higher FDIC limits expire at the end of 2009. read more »
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Amex $20 Cash Back for Shopping at Walmart

Posted by nickel 1265 days ago (http://www.creditaddict.com)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: credit cards free stuff walmart
Register your card with Amex, make a couple of quick purchases at Walmart, and get $20 cash back. Hurry. Deal expires 12/18. read more »
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Best Jobs in a Bad Economy: Recession-Proof Careers

Posted by nickel 1271 days ago (http://www.fivecentnickel.com)
Category: Economy | Tags: economy employment recession working
Better late than never... What lines of work are best when you're in a recession? read more »
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