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The Daily Bark » The New And Lasting Frugal Consumer

Historically, American shoppers have been almost hedonistic in spending but recent findings point to a sweeping change in attitude toward personal fi[...] read more »
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Early-Bird Taxpayers Get the Refund (infographic)

A TurboTax survey found that 82 percent of taxpayers who filed before the end of February got money back. In fact, 40 percent of all tax returns are [...] read more »
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Government Expenses Worldwide by GDP [Infographic]

This is a world map showing government size by comparing the level of government expenditures as a percentage of GDP among countries worldwide read more »
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Cats & Dogs - Which Cost More? A Budget Breakdown for Both

Before you think about adding a furry friend to your family, you may want to consider how much your pet will cost over their lifespan. Here is a brea[...] read more »
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When The Economy Goes Down, What Goes Up?

Economic news, it can’t all be bad news, can it? A slump in the economy encourages other markets to rise. Find out what goes up! read more »
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11 of Banksy’s Best Critiques of Capitalism

Check out eleven critiques of the way our western economies operate from Banksy, the ingenious lovable rogue with a spray can. read more »
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Forget Cash for Clunkers Increase Your MPG

Who cares about Cash for Clunkers, use these 5 Tips to increase the fuel economy of the car you already own. read more »
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3 Stocks Ready to Ride Out the Downturn

Earlier this month I argued that stock prices are worrisomely high relative to profits, and that profits aren't likely to catch up soon (see "Why S[...] read more »
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China and Australia sign $41bn energy deal

China’s largest energy company agreed on Tuesday to buy $41bn worth of Australian natural gas at a signing ceremony intended to put a positive gloss [...] read more »
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11 Ways Airlines Could Save Money (Without Asking Staff to Work for Free)

Airlines have various workable ways and means of saving money at their disposal instead of asking staff to work for free, or insisting fliers pay to [...] read more »
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16 Depression Era Money Saving Tips

Rather than passively absorbing fear and uncertainty, we would do well to remember that some people managed to stay afloat during the Great Depressio[...] read more »
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Is Your Bank Working For You Or Against You?

Now that taxpayers have bailed out the banks, they are on your side, right? After all you’re not just a customer anymore, you’re an owner. But perhap[...] read more »
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A Glossary of Important Recession Lingo

Your guide to understanding corporations, crooks and the end of the world as we know it. read more »
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Jon Stewart and Jim Cramer: The Extended Daily Show Interview

Jim Cramer and Jon Stewart went toe-to-toe last night. It was just like Ali-Foreman, only with more head trauma. But you didn't see everything. But [...] read more »
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How Banks Steal Almost $2 Billion From Us Yearly

This chart sheds some light on the incredibly profitable bank practice of offering automatic overdraft “protection.” read more »
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