For most people, getting married is one of the happiest milestones of their life -- until they get the bill.
Last year, the average cost of a US wedding was a whopping $29,000 -- which is why one-third of couples go into debt to afford their big ...
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14 Unconventional Money Moves That Are Smarter Than You Think
Life doesn't always turn out as you might expect it to. The truth is, many things in life often defy all sense of logic.
For example, there was a time when a reasonable person watching Justin Bieber sing on a city sidewalk for spare change would ...
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8 Stupid Fees Consumers Hate to Pay (But Often Do Anyway)
In this tough economy, businesses of all types continue to nickel and dime us to death with add-on charges. Needless to say, they want you to believe that those fees are necessary to cover the additional costs of doing business; pizza delivery fees ...
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Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Calculate This Bill’s Tip
By the time kids leave the 5th grade they should know how to calculate simple percentages, which is one of the most critical mathematical tools we have at our disposal after we become adults.
Thanks to the longtime custom of tipping, restaurants ...
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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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How to Reduce Everyday Spending
Cutting down monthly spending is something we would all like to do. However, it might not be as difficult as you think. There are many areas of household spending where cuts can be made. Although if you find yourself struggling with one too many ...
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When Good Personal Finance Practices Go Too Far
If a little is good, then it follows that more must be better. Well, okay, maybe not all the time.
Take coupons, for instance. Clipping coupons to save money on groceries is a sensible idea. But so-called extreme couponing takes this otherwise ...
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100 Words On: Why It Pays to Sleep on It Prior to a Big Decision
When youre facing an important financial decision, theres something to be said about taking a night to think it over. That's because, when it comes right down to it, most financial decisions aren't emergencies -- although a lot of folks might think ...
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Personal Computer Requirements: How to Make Sure You Don’t Overpay
Depending on where you live, as many as 92% of your neighbors own at least one computer. Unfortunately, many people who are in the market for a laptop or desktop computer find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer volume of computer configurations on ...
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15 Organic Fruits & Veggies That Aren’t Worth Paying More For
I love tomatoes. I don't think many people will argue with me when I say there is nothing better than a fresh-picked home-grown 'mater.
I love them so much I usually grow tomatoes in my backyard every summer. Unfortunately for me, the pesky ...
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Shop Smarter: A Look at the Price-Matching Policies for 11 Popular Stores
We all want the lowest prices, but not all stores are created equal. To save as much cash as you can, take a look at this big list of your favorite stores' price-matching policies and plan your shopping accordingly. Just remember, policies can ...
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Things You Should and Shouldn’t Consider Splurging On
Once you have a budget set and you start building up some disposable income, you need to figure out how you're going to use that money. Sometimes the perception of money management is that you're on the far end of two spectra. You either live ...
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How to Avoid Spending Too Much For A Quality Mattress
How do you feel when you wake up to start your day? Few of us report that we feel less than well-rested, and this may be a sign that we need to get a new mattress. Often, the root of our sleep problems literally lie in the mattress that we sleep on. ...
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$8100 Chicken Nuggets and Other Strange Items for Sale on Amazon & eBay
I don't know about you, but I find a lot of things in life that often make me stop and just shake my head in pure bewilderment. For example, why do tourists go to the top of tall buildings and then put quarters in telescopes so they can see things on ...
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Buying And Selling? Try Using Bitcoin Escrow to Protect Yourself
Not everybody is looking to scam you out of money, but if you've been selling products or services online, then you likely have been burned before.
You uphold your end of the bargain and expect others to do the same. Most times they do, but it ...
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Sneaky Price Tricks Your Grocer Doesn’t Want You to Know
When I was teenager I worked in a grocery store, initially as a box boy. Within six months of being hired, however, I was promoted to checker.
Over time I eventually got to work almost all of the jobs in the store including working the deli ...
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I Ordered Some Omaha Steaks; But Were They Worth the Price?
Aside from the vegetarians and vegans of the world, who doesn't love a good steak?
On second thought, there are more than a few vegetarians and vegans out there who, when pressed, will sheepishly admit they love steak too.
I only bring this up ...
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Should You Really Buy a Car Online?
The answer in many ways to a consumer's prayers, buying a car online can circumvent many of the unpleasant aspects of purchasing a new vehicle. On the other hand, this method also bypasses a number of factors key to getting the car you need. Thus, ...
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100 Words On: Why Buying in Bulk Is Not Always a Smart Idea
Although it requires extra storage and higher upfront costs, many consumers buy their groceries and other products in bulk to save money. But that strategy can quickly backfire for those who indiscriminately buy massive quantities of ...
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18 Facts You Probably Wish You Never Knew About Black Friday
What's not to love about Friday?
I mean, really ... if Saturday didn't exist, Friday would be the best day of the week, bar none.
Let's face it, on any given Friday, it's hard to find anyone in a bad mood; especially after lunch time.
My ...
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