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The Unintended Consequences of CARD » JoeTaxpayer

A discussion of how the new credit card laws are having unintended consequences, issuers now trying to raise fees elsewhere. read more »
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Frugal Friday Week 22 » JoeTaxpayer

A guest post from my 11yr old daughter, her first post ever, on "needs vs wants" from a tween's perspective. read more »
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92 Quotes About Debt That’ll Make You Think, Laugh, & Tweet!

Here's a massive compilation of 90+ famous quotes on 'Debt' that are all less than 120 characters long! Which one is your favorite? Come tweet i[...] read more »
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Black Swan Investing

How do you invest in an environment dominated by unpredictable events? (Here's my method. Yours may vary.) read more »
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When Should I Buy A Life Insurance Policy? Should I Wait Until I Have Children Or Dependents?

When is the right time to buy insurance? Is it a good idea to buy even when you aren't married or don't have children? read more »
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Why My Garden Was a Bust

Why I failed as a gardener and how I plan to improve it for next year. read more »
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Do You Recognize These 5 Roadblocks to Reaching Your Financial Goals?

Overcoming these financial roadblocks early can help you stay on track with your financial goals. read more »
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25 Songs About Money

I've been thinking about this myself, a great list here. Only missing song that came to mind was Beetles "Tax Man". Read the post and add your own[...] read more »
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The Modern Pocketbook - A Spending Journal, a planner, and a whole lot more!

See your “Pocketbook” as a symbol of your commitment to achieving your goals – financial and otherwise. I started mine as a simple spending journal, [...] read more »
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How To Make your Own Homemade Air Conditioner

Dealing with the lack of any AC options at any retailer in Western Washington I decided to make my own homemade Air Conditioner. A fan, copper tubing[...] read more »
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How To Improve Your FICO Credit Score

Regardless of your financial situation, your FICO credit score is an important aspect of your finances. The better your score, the better your rates![...] read more »
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Don’t Let Your Emotions Cloud Your Good Judgement. Set Goals And Delay Gratification.

Sometimes we get emotional about our financial decisions, and it can cloud our judgement. Instead of allowing that to happen, talk it through, set g[...] read more »
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An Emergency Fund Will Help Reduce Your Risk Of Financial Catastrophe

Having an emergency fund is a great way to minimize your risk for when those big and small emergencies happen. (and they WILL happen). A detailed lo[...] read more »
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