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Forget Economic Stimulus: Get Your Own Financial House in Order

With a compromise in the works for the economic stimulus bill, I have decided to reflect on one of the biggest lessons learned during this recession: read more »
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Personal Finance: 20 Dos & Don'ts for 2009

BusinessWeek asked financial planners for some advice on what to do -- or not to do -- with your money in the New Year. As we bid farewell to a dread[...] read more »
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Is Social Security a Ponzi Scheme?

In the aftermath of the Madoff implosion, quite a few people have pointed out the parallels between a Ponzi scheme and Social Security. read more »
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29 Steps I Took to Leave the Workforce at Age 29

Leaving the Rat Race at Age 29 read more »
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10 Simple Ways to Feel Rich Without Materialistic Means

Sometimes it doesn’t take a brand new sports car, a tropical vacation, or a well furnished house to make you feel “rich.” Here's ten simple ways.[...] read more »
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The REAL Reason You Can't Get Out Of Debt

Why can't you get out of debt. Is it not enoough money, because you don't know the right people, or because you can't afford to get into a debt ma[...] read more »
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Bank Deals Weekly Summary

Weekly summary of the best online bank rates for Checking/Savings/Money Market Accounts and Certificates of Deposit. Updated every Sunday. read more »
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"Joe the Plumber" Don't complain about taxes if you don't pay taxes.

Joe the Plumber wants to buy a plumbing business, unfortunately he still owes money in back taxes. [...] read more »
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It's going to cost you to save Social Security and Medicare

Discusses current tax structure on Social Security benefits and how planning your retirement accounts now can avoid these taxes later. read more »
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Lessons I've Learned From Being Broke

Years of struggling to get ahead have been a blessing in disguise. Here are six principles to a fulfilling financial life no matter how little you ha[...] read more »
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Why Cramer Should Be Suspended

Financial advisors across the nation have been trying to clean up the mess that Jim Cramer made. We had clients crying because of the panic he create[...] read more »
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5 money mistakes even smart people make

When it comes to finances, you figure you're pretty sharp.
You know how to comparison shop and you contribute regularly to your 401(k) plan.
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Lesson In Savings

These low income workers set aside 5% of their income towards savings. There are lessons in here for all. read more »
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Tip'd Could Really Use a Category for "Taxes"

The title pretty much sums up the idea. Please Tip if you agree. read more »
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Double Bind: Savers on the Hook for Squanderers

Savers on the Hook for Squanderers read more »
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