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Black Coffee: Hope and Chains

By Len Penzo

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. Okay, away we go ... "He who goes a ...

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May 19, 2018

A Look at the Economic Importance of the Trucking Industry

By Tex Freitag

We live in an economy today that is very different from those of years gone by. Technology has made it possible for consumers in almost any location to buy products from retailers in almost any other location, with minimal costs to both. In this ...

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May 18, 2018

Will Any Insurance Company Risk Covering the ‘Deadliest Catch’ Crew?

By Sabado Domingo

Millions of viewers tune in each week to watch the exploits of the Deadliest Catch crew as they face off against the unforgiving seas in search of their vaunted treasure, the rare and valuable Alaskan King Crab. Their high market value makes reeling ...

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May 16, 2018

Black Coffee: Acme Financial Securities Inc.

By Len Penzo

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. There's a lot to cover so let's dig in ...

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May 12, 2018

5 Ways to Become More Money Conscious

By Sabado Domingo

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One of the biggest challenges with the advances in technology from a finance perspective is that money no longer seems tangible. The days of opening your wallet, finding no cash, and simply not buying something are over. Now, we can easily spend more ...

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May 11, 2018

100 Words On: The Real Reason Why Drive-Up ATMs Have Braille Keypads

By Len Penzo

One of life's greatest so-called mysteries is why American drive-up automated teller machine keypads have Braille on them. On the surface it seems to be a preposterous notion. After all, the logic goes, blind people can't drive; but who says only a ...

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May 10, 2018

Don’t Get Zapped: 3 Ways the Right Insurance Limits Electrician Expenses

By Enero Febrero

Unsurprisingly, electricians face severe risks in their line of work. The tiniest mishap can lead to significant bodily harm, not to mention massive financial losses. As an electrician, therefore, protecting yourself with proper insurance is as ...

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May 9, 2018

Here Are a Few Basic Factors to Consider When Shopping for a Home Loan

By Enero Febrero

Today, almost everyone understands that the last recession had its roots in domestic mortgage borrowing. Many home loans were effectively toxic and were almost completely dependent upon the increase in real estate values providing lenders with their ...

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May 8, 2018

Cafe Negro: Cinco de Mayo Edicion Especial

By Len Penzo

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. And away we go ... "In time of peace ...

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May 5, 2018

5 Basic Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

By Sabado Domingo

Buying a house for the first time can be a thrilling and nerve-wracking experience. Although the learning curve is steep, doing a bit of financial homework will make the task a lot easier. With that in mind, here are a few tips that will help make ...

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May 4, 2018

Bitcoin IRA Fees and 4 Other Related FAQs Answered

By Tex Freitag

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency which has been around for a few years now; and in 2017 it gained worldwide attention after its price skyrocketed from $2000 to $20,000 in a matter of just a few months. Of course, there is a lot of controversy still ...

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May 2, 2018

3 Reasons Why an Automated Budget Will Help You Crush Debt

By Chris

I know what you're thinking: As soon as I start earning more money I'll finally become debt free! In reality, the moment you start earning more money you'll start spending more and end up in the same position you're currently on. Don't feel ...

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May 1, 2018

Black Coffee: ‘X’ Marks the Spot

By Len Penzo

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. Another glorious week comes to an end. ...

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April 28, 2018

4 Tips For Saving Money While Traveling The World

By Enero Febrero

International travel is something most people never get to do. A flight overseas requires you to have discretionary money most people don't have, not to mention the available time to take off from work. Then there's the expenses of the trip ...

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April 27, 2018

Caring for Aging Parents? These Minor Home Mods Make a Big Difference

By Tex Freitag

The time will come when your parents are no longer able to care for themselves. Whether that is because of health issues or simply from aging, they'll need someone to support them on a regular basis. Although some adult children decide that it is ...

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April 26, 2018

Comparing the Costs of Various Emergency Food Supply Options

By Len Penzo

Sometimes it's not easy being an ant. Especially when you're living among a bunch of grasshoppers. There's a well-known Aesop fable about an oblivious grasshopper who spent his summer days living the high life and mocking an industrious ant, who ...

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April 23, 2018

Black Coffee: And … It’s Gone

By Len Penzo

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. Okay, away we go ... "We inflate our ...

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April 21, 2018

How to Get the Most for Your Money on a Gaming Vacation

By Tex Freitag

We all go on vacations for a whole number of reasons. Some just like to get away from the daily grind, while others go on holiday for a specific purpose. Gaming vacations have become increasingly popular over the years, especially with places such as ...

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April 20, 2018

4 Things Everyone Should Know About the Cost of Growing Old

By Enero Febrero

Many young, healthy Americans probably aren't aware of a very troubling possibility that could ultimately affect them down the road: There's a good chance they could spend the later years of their lives in long-term care -- a situation that could ...

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April 18, 2018

Black Coffee: Credit Stiffs, Corporate Zombies and the Walking Dead

By Len Penzo

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. Let's get right to it this week ... "In ...

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April 14, 2018

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