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0% Credit Card Hop Scotch: Not a Kids Game

A few years ago, a friend of mine was engaged in 0% credit card hopping. She had accumulated $20,000+ in credit card debt after graduate school and w[...] read more »
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» Questions to Ask About Your Settlement Statement

We received from our lender our truth in lending disclosure, a disclosure book, & our good faith estimate.As closing comes, we’ll also receive a HUD-[...] read more »
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How to Save Money on Homeowners Insurance

I’ve written in the past about how to save money on health, life, and car insurance. Today I’m going to round things out with an article on homeowner[...] read more »
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What a Cow, a Red Box and Hair Clippers Have in Common

If you've ever played the game Tri-Bond, you know the object of the game is to find the common link among three items. So what's the common link a[...] read more »
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Unemployment in most states gets worse

Despite being a bulwark against job losses, the Midwest is starting to show signs of increased unemployment. Whatever light might be at the end of th[...] read more »
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iPod/ iPhone Mortgage and Loan Apps

As we’re going through our adventure of buying a house, I wanted to share some tools we have used or people recommended to us. One thing I’ve persona[...] read more »
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Best of Money Carnival

This week's latest Best of Money Carnival. Features the top 10 post of the week! read more »
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Rob the Rich: 8 Things You Can Buy For A Steal In This Recession

If you’re cashed up from living frugally all these years, now is the time to go on an eBay rampage! Many rich are now forced to sell of their goodies[...] read more »
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Bargaineering » Even Day Traders Recommend Index Funds

A day trader recommending index funds??? Sacrilegious! Read on to hear one day trader's opinion of where you should be investing your money. read more »
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Bargaineering » Happiest Credit Cards

Ever wonder who the happiest credit card users are? You might be surprised at this list (and how happy people are in general, considering the economy[...] read more »
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Bargaineering » Average Retirement Savings by Age

If you're like me, your retirement savings took a big hit last year. Wondering how everyone else is doing? We took a look at the Employee Benefit Re[...] read more »
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» Attention Finance Freaks – Consider Your Loved Ones!

A friendly reminder to the FINANCE FREAK of the house to consider the feelings and concerns of their loved ones before declaring "Financial Martial [...] read more »
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The Debt Steamroller - I WILL FIGHT to reach my goals!

I may not be on track to reach my debt repayment goals… but I am a man on a mission and will not give up that easily! DFA is earning more money, and [...] read more »
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Shopping for Homeowner’s Insurance on a Condo

We’ve been busy shopping around for home insurance for the condo. I’ve contacted several agents by phone and e-mail looking for a good deal. I know t[...] read more »
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Eight Great iPhone Apps for Managing Your Money

I got an iPhone back in July, and I’ve had a blast digging through the App Store. While I’ve found some real gems, I’m sure I’ve missed out on some g[...] read more »
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