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7 Best Part-Time Jobs In This Economy

Looking for some extra income with a 2nd job? Or just trying to find something while still in school? Here's why now is the best time for these 7 pa[...] read more »
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Who Gets Mortgage Help Under Obama's Plan?

President Obama unveiled his $275 billion plan to provide mortgage relief to homeowners yesterday, but there are still many details to be announced. read more »
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4 New Rules That Matter to Your Credit Score

Americans’ debt profiles have undergone some changes over the last several weeks, with adjustments that should make it easier for some folks to tap into credit, particularly if their worst habit is making a late payment now and then. read more »
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Oil is Cheaper, So Why Isn’t Gas?

To drivers once again grimacing as they tank up, it sounds like a conspiracy. But it has more to do with an energy market turned upside-down that has left gas cut off from its usual economic moorings. read more »
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Stocks: Green Mountain Roasts Starbucks

As the economy recedes, Americans are cutting back on $5 lattes but still need to satisfy their caffeine addictions. As a result, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters (Stock Quote: GMCR) stands to benefit from a trade-down effect as consumers seek cheaper read more »
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Stimulus Savings: What To Do With $13 A Week

With the $789.5 billion stimulus package passed by congress and headed to the Senate for a final vote, the President could sign everything into law on Monday morning. Included in the package is a $400-per-worker tax credit for 2009 and 2010. read more »
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What It Costs To Be Middle Class

It was one of the most reported moments of the 2008 presidential campaign. John McCain was asked at what point does someone move from middle class to upper class. His response: read more »
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Investing 101: Average is NOT Normal

On average, stock market returns are higher than inflation, money markets, or bonds. Understanding this is an important step to any successful financial plan, but there is a huge difference between “average annual” and “every year”. read more »
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How Much Should You Save for a Rainy Day?

With the job market on shaky ground, having an emergency fund could be the only thing standing between you and a mountain of debt should you find yourself suddenly unemployed. read more »
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Announcing the Tip'd Facebook App!

You can now display the latest headlines from Tip'd in your Facebook profile. read more »
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15 Reasons Why You Shouldn't File your Taxes Last Minute

Tax season is coming and here are 15 reasons why you should not leave filing them till last minute. read more »
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10 Ways to Stop Worrying so Much About Money

In a recession there are tips you can do to help yourself stop worrying about money. Here is a list of 10 tips that will help make life less stressful. read more »
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Delete Cookies, Save Cash

Going anonymous, clearing your browser, emptying your cart: interesting to note how doing these simple things could save you hundreds while shopping online. read more »
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Nine Banks Have Failed in 2009 So Far

Three more banks failed on Friday, bringing the 2009 tally to nine. When banks fail, the deposits (bank accounts) are transferred to another bank, sometimes with the FDIC facilitating the transition. read more »
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What would Bilbo do? 14 money lessons from "The Hobbit"

I'm tired of listening to the financial "experts", so I turned to a much older source of wisdon: J.R.R. Tolkien. Here are 14 money lessons I learned from “The Hobbit”. read more »
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