The majority of car dealers are scrupulous professionals who simply want to sell you the vehicle of your choice. So why is it that taking a trip to the dealership often fills car buyers with dread?
It's an unfortunate fact that many car buyers ...
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The Biggest Reason Why It May Be Smarter to Rent Than ‘Own’ a Home
From Charles Hugh Smith's Of Two Minds blog:
We're constantly told ours is an ownership society in which owning a home is the foundation of household wealth. However, if we understand property taxes as a "lease from the local government for the ...
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Why the Self-Employed Are Smarter Than You
Who pays a greater share of their income in taxes -- Warren Buffett, or his administrative assistant?
Obviously, posing the question implies its answer.
Politicians may tout the virtues of our "progressive" tax system, but it doesn't really ...
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Black Coffee: Up In Smoke
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
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A Gold Trading Primer for Newbies
Although gold is wealth insurance first and foremost, there are some people who prefer to buy it strictly as an investment. Whether you're a long term investor or a short term trader, gold trading is a legitimate alternative for diversifying your ...
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The Benefits of Green Washing
Did you know that your home appliances make up a third of your water and energy consumption? Many washing machines are designed to be largely energy and water efficient, so you can rest assured you're helping the environment while reducing your ...
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7 Ways to Get the Most for Your Money on a Road Trip
According to AAA, nearly 80% of Americans hit the open road each summer for a family vacation. If you are too, just keep in mind that while you may be saving money over costly flights and en route hotel stays, there's still opportunity to shave even ...
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16 Reasons Why Electric Vehicles Are For Suckers
For everybody out there who is thinking about buying an electric vehicle, I want to save some of you from a lifetime of regret.
Oh, sure; electric automobiles are perfectly fine if your travels keep you close to home. And there is a seemingly ...
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Black Coffee: Destroyers at the Wheel
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How to Find Standout Success as an Online Business
There are plenty of reasons why any eager businessman would benefit from an online business. Considering how many people these days are glued to their smartphones and get everything they need online, it's no wonder why eCommerce is so popular. Even ...
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6 Facts About Bitcoin Most People Don’t Know
As of now, you might have heard about bitcoin. Bitcoin is a world-famous cryptocurrency that was created in 2009.
You might have heard the opinions of crypto experts, the rapid rise in the price of bitcoin, it's highly-volatile price swings, and ...
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6 Cheap Ways to Send Money Abroad
Sending money to people or accounts held in foreign countries comes with its own set of complications and costs. Whether you're doing business with a foreign contractor or vendor, sending money to a relative living abroad, or just making sure that ...
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How to Create a Budget for Your Motorcycle Road Trip
Going on a motorcycle trip is a thrilling adventure, something that you'll always be glad you did. However, you need to make sure that you set a budget to ensure that you are satisfied with the experience. Thankfully, there are a few different ways ...
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On the Job Training vs. Apprenticeship Programs: Which Is Better?
Many companies are looking at apprenticeships again as a way to train employees. On-the-job training (OJT) is taking a back-seat, as is traditional schooling. Here's what you need to know to make the right choice:
On-The Job-Training ...
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How to Take Advantage of Error Fares for Booking Super Cheap Flights
Flying the friendly skies is an efficient and often necessary way to travel, but the cost of such convenience is often prohibitive. From ticket prices to baggage fees to in-flight purchases, these expenses can take a big chunk out of your vacation ...
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Bitcoin: How to Invest In This Incredibly Speculative Asset
The best way to experiment with any new asset class is by taking a small position in it. Buying bitcoin is a great way to experiment and experience this asset. However, it is also a fact that investments in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies come ...
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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need? Here Are 4 Big Considerations
Life insurance is essential to provide peace of mind you'll know that in the event of your death your loved ones will be well provided for and financial hardship will not add to their difficulties as they come to terms with your loss.
But how ...
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Why You Should Always Double-Check Grocery Store Meat Label Prices
For anybody who regularly shops for groceries, it should be common knowledge by now that food prices are beginning to rise at an alarming pace. Of course, many manufacturers are keenly aware of this, which is why they try to mask inflation by ...
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Black Coffee: Peak Insanity
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8 Good Reasons Why You Should Start Trading With CFDs
More and more people are now becoming financially literate because information about how to save and grow money is already easily available and accessible online. While some are keen on investing in the stock market, others are delving into more ...
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