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How Thinking Outside the Box Can Save You a Fortune
A fellow walked into a New York City bank asking for a $4000 loan. "Okay," the teller said, "But we're going to need collateral." The man responded: "My black Porsche is in your parking lot. Here are the keys."
Several weeks later, the man returned ...
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The Pros and Cons of Higher Interest Rates
There's been quite a bit of chatter, from news sources to social media, about the potential for further hikes in interest rates. And although interest rates still remain at historically moderate levels, rumors of further moves by the Fed abound. The ...
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Five Frugal Ideas for Fall Season Family Fun
Just because summer is over doesn't mean you have to stop having family fun. With the kids back at school, bills due and a chill in the air, it feels hard to find affordable activities the whole family will enjoy. But if you're looking for a few ...
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I’m Not Rich, But I’m Financially Free; Here’s How I Got There
Let's face it, the more choices we have in life, the richer and more rewarding it becomes. Fortunately, I'm currently in that coveted sweet spot of financial freedom where I can do pretty much whatever the heck I please, whenever I want.
Don't get ...
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Black Coffee: Account Overdrawn
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Well ... another busy week is behind ...
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 23
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
Some excellent National Theater productions we enjoyed in Washington were The Music Man and My Fair Lady and a solo ...
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How to Get Promoted by Working Like a Politician
Getting promoted at work has more to do with politics than accomplishment, like getting a music or book contract, or inheriting a family fortune. It is possible to gain notoriety and success by doing as little as possible, just look at any politician ...
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The Best Way to Sell Your Timeshare
Timeshares can be a significant burden on your finances. They're overpriced, lose their value quickly, and quite frankly, are not for everyone. But maybe you still bought one. Well ... take comfort in the fact that you're not alone. Many people buy ...
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Budget Workouts: 10 Ways to Get Fit for Little or No Money
Are you still making excuses that you can't go to the gym because it's too expensive? Or can't afford a new bike to exercise?
Be afraid, be very afraid, because you're about to encounter some simple, cost-effective, budget workout ideas for you to ...
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Black Coffee: Something for Nothing
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The Baffling Allure of the Eiffel Tower
Is the Eiffel Tower overrated? Originally built as the grand entrance to the 1889 World's Fair, today the Eiffel Tower is the undisputed romantic symbol of Paris and most-visited paid monument on Earth. Even so, that didn't stop more than 1000 ...
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The 5 Best Investment Options During a Recession
As the old saying goes, what goes up must come down. And while the stock market has been on a tear in recent years, investors would be wise to remember that recessions are a reality of the business cycle. This begs the question: What are the best ...
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5 Ways You Can Save Money on Groceries This Week
For many people, the grocery bill is one of their largest monthly expenses. Fortunately, you can easily save money on groceries this week -- and every week after that -- with a little pre-planning and a lot of creative frugality.
Nix the ...
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How Our Perverse Debt-Based Monetary System Works
No, you're not going crazy, folks. In today's world, nothing is as it seems anymore. Down is up. Bad is good. Black is white. And the money in your wallet -- as well as the stuff making up your bank and retirement accounts -- is nothing but an empty ...
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Black Coffee: They Know That We Know
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I've got another busy weekend ahead of ...
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 22
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
Note by Grandfather: Elaine wrote most of her epistle in 2002, when her dementia was quite advanced. one of its symptoms is ...
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5 Simple Ways to Avoid Online Fraud
You are just setting out in your online business venture or research work, and falling prey to online scams is the last thing on your mind. As such, it's safe to say thinking about ways to avoid online fraud also isn't one of your top concerns.
We ...
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3 Major Money Mistakes People Make When Financing Their Car
For most Americans, having a car is a necessity. Whether you take concrete highways -- which represent roughly 30% of all US interstate highways -- or unpaved pathways to get to work or school, the majority of people agree that it's better to rely on ...
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Why I Run My Household Like a Business (and Why You Should Too)
Before I started my blog, I spent my free time as a dedicated volunteer for Little League baseball. And although I rose through the ranks over the years to eventually become a league president, looking back, my fondest Little League memories still ...
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