A couple years ago a friend of mine invited me and my family over for a backyard pool party and barbecue. Of course, everybody had a great time.
What made that day at Andy's house particularly memorable was the grilled chicken he served. It was ...
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9 Guilt-Free Ways to Rip Off Your Credit Card Company
Sitting on the edge of the Sonoran desert, along the main highway between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, lies Hadley's, a popular fruit stand and tourist stop that sells, among other things, banana date shakes.
I love 'em; they're an incredibly ...
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Black Coffee: All That Glitters
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
Welcome to another rousing edition of Black Coffee, your off-beat weekly round-up of what's been going on in the world of money and personal finance.
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Black Coffee: Rock Covers Paper
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After a long wait, silver has finally ...
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Power to the Pinched! The Personal Finance Anarchist Cookbook
Once upon a time, no self-serving radical activist would be caught dead without The Anarchist Cookbook and its misguided recipes for making homemade bombs, tear gas, and other sinister items out of everyday household products.
Of course, that got ...
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Black Coffee: The Curse of the Bambino
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Despite the continuing economic ...
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The Easiest Money You’ll Ever Make
Who doesn't love making money? I know I do.
Now let's take it up another notch. Who doesn't love making money for as little effort as humanly possible? If you aren't nodding your head right now, then I think it's safe to say that you're not being ...
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Black Coffee: The Train Keeps a Rollin’
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Summer is here, but for most people on ...
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Beginner’s Guide to Researching Stocks
Knowing how to research stocks and make the best selections can go a long way in terms of bolstering your success when trading. There are several steps you can take to research stocks effectively, including narrowing down your focus and learning how ...
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How Can I Make Travel Cheaper with a Credit Card?
Credit cards are a necessity for most travelers. Best of all, having the right card in your wallet can actually save you money. Heres how:
Get an airline card. Many airline cards offer bonuses that are big enough to earn a free flight as soon as ...
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Why Your Expensive Luxury Car Doesn’t Impress Smart People
A few days ago, a reader named Jennifer left a comment on my blog lamenting the sense of entitlement she saw in many people. Here is an excerpt:
I know a woman who is a single mother and hit up her friends for money to replace the engine in her SUV. ...
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Black Coffee: Cooking the Books
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I hope everybody has a safe and ...
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5 Product Upgrades and Services That Aren’t Worth Paying Extra For
Everybody knows that when it comes to investing, you have to take risks to earn big returns. Likewise, when it comes to saving money, sometimes it pays to push your luck and take a risk too.
Unfortunately, many people are so adverse to taking ...
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Black Coffee: Do You Want Fries With That?
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The summer doldrums seem to have hit ...
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How Do Credit Card Rates and Charges Work?
Credit card companies make money by charging their customers interest on their monthly account balances, as well as fees and other charges. The good news is savvy credit card holders know how to keep all of these expenses to a minimum if not avoid ...
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4 Financial Tips to Consider Before Becoming a Stay-at-Home Parent
Sometimes you just can't put a price on things -- and the intangible benefits of a stay-at-home parent is certainly one of them. At least it is to me.
According to the latest data from the US Census Bureau, there are approximately 11 million ...
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Black Coffee: Okay, Boomer …
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Despite the continuing economic ...
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How Can I Pay Off My Credit Card Debts?
Ever wonder why you should you quickly repair your debt problems? Because credit card interest rates can be as much as 20% or more, it's extremely important to pay off your credit card debt as fast as possible. That's why!
Of course, this can seem ...
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Is It Really Worth Trying to Retire a 30-Year Home Loan in 15?
When it comes to the great mortgage debate, I've already explained my position regarding 15- and 30-year loans: 30-year loans are better for a multitude of reasons. In fact, I think it's a no-brainer. But does it make financial sense to pay that ...
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Black Coffee: Honest Money & Dishonest Men
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For most people on Main Street, the ...
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