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Myth: Your Tax Return Is Free Money

Most people treat their tax return as some sort of annual magic windfall. In truth, they just gave a no-interest loan to the government. read more »
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100 Web Tools to Help You Boost Your Resume and Reputation During the Recession

The competition inside the office is fierce, but it doesn’t even compare to the numbers of unemployed lining up to take your spot. Here are 100 web t[...] read more »
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Myth: Falling Markets Threaten Your Wealth

The chance of making money increases during bad markets because the perception of risks increases without the actual increase of risk. read more »
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Stop Saving Now!

As consumers hibernate and investors hoard cash, the economy is withering. This new age of thrift is understandable. But for a recovery to take hold,[...] read more »
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How to: Claim Free Land from the Government (No, Seriously.)

Why is it so implausible that Uncle Sam would give you free land? God knows he hands out enough other entitlements. So I turned to my old trusty frie[...] read more »
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50 Nifty Tricks for Reducing Household Expense

Tip your cap to all your penny-pinching kin and read on for the best why-didn't-I-think-of-that ideas for shrinking your household expenses. read more »
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Simple Trading System: Bank Bailout Not Working

Even though banks have rallied a bit in the last couple of days, I think this article is still relevant. The bailout is failing because Citigroup is[...] read more »
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Ultimate Guide to Ponzi Schemes: Biggest, Oldest, Prevention, and More

Of course, one thing you should take away from all this is that it’s probably not a good idea to get involved with, or invest in, a Ponzi scheme. read more »
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What the Baltic Dry Index Tells Us About the Economy

Some suggest the best way to track the long-term economic picture is by watching the the price of shipping dry bulk, or the Baltic Dry Index. read more »
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Don't Overpay on Your Mutual Fund - Kip Tips - Blog.Kiplinger.com

Kiplinger's Editorial Director, Kevin McCormally, has an important message to pass along from the head of the IRS, in his latest Kip Tip video. read more »
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Savings Guarantees You Can Trust - Kiplinger.com

Annuities and other products promise secure income. But only some deliver. read more »
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Prepare Yourself for the Drug Store Game

So you've decided to give this whole drug store game thing a shot, huh? Before you jump in blindly do some research with this post to make sure you[...] read more »
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The Frugal Guide to Eating Out

Using these tips, tricks, & money saving methods my wife & I have been able to reduce our monthly budget for dining out from $450/month down to less [...] read more »
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Your Income Is Your Best Tool To Achieve Financial Freedom

Do you want to achieve financial independence? All too often, people rely on unrealistic means to free themselves financially. Their hope lies more [...] read more »
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The History of the Gold Standard: 25 Great Web Sites to Research Its Rise and Fall

Learn more about the gold standard -- and join the debate about whether we should return to one. read more »
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