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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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.
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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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Black Coffee: Cutting Out the Middle Man
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Why Making a Good First Impression Is Important
Like it or not, when it comes to evaluating others, people tend to form an opinion within 30 seconds of meeting someone for the first time. Unfortunately, that resulting initial impression is generally extremely difficult to reverse should we start ...
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How to Control Your Expenses (and Ensure They’re Necessary)
If you're wondering how to control your expenses, you're not alone. Controlling your expenses is one of the most important habits we need to develop. A person who overspends and has no money to fall back on as a precautionary measure will almost ...
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5 Ways to Make Your Commuter Marriage Work
Most married couples wouldn't dream of living in separate houses, let alone separate states, but this situation is a reality for millions of couples. It doesn't mean they're unhappy. In fact, it has nothing to do with the emotional state of the ...
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An Overview of the 6 Most Common Insurance Types
There are many things in life we have to pay for every month -- like the rent or a mortgage -- but buying insurance isn't one of them. Even so, responsible people do it anyway because they know that, if bad luck strikes, trying to save a few bucks by ...
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Black Coffee: Drivin’ and Cryin’
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 21
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
Interstate 66 Headlines. So we moved into this house in June '58, and guess what we read in the paper that same month!? ...
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How to Use Credit Card Chargebacks to Get Refunds from Stubborn Vendors
Not every merchant goes by the mantra, "The customer is always right." Therefore, even if you've received a fraudulent charge or want to return a piece of merchandise, they may not let you -- and you may not get your money back. Fortunately, credit ...
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5 Steps to Achieve Financial Freedom
In a culture where there are many financial stresses and uncertainties, the concept of reaching full financial independence may seem like an unattainable ideal. However, a strategic approach can make your goals far more attainable than you realize. ...
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Dollar Bill Trivia: Fun Facts That Will Help Unravel the True Meaning of a Dollar
Have you ever looked really closely at the US one-dollar bill? It may not buy much anymore, but for those interested in dollar-bill trivia, there's a lot of stuff going on with that humble bill -- and some of it is actually kind of creepy.
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Black Coffee: Good News, Bad News
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Is It OK to Borrow from Your 401k?
Roughly 3 in 10 people now borrow money from their 401k retirement plans. Generally, you can borrow half your account balance -- up to $50,000 -- for as long as five years. But is it okay to borrow from your 401k? True, it's among the cheapest loans ...
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Renew Your Skin: A Definitive Manual for Hydrating Dry Skin
For many people, dry skin is a troublesome issue to manage. Thankfully, there are a variety of hydrating skincare products available today that can rejuvenate your skin and leave you with a healthy glow. With that in mind, we've put together this ...
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How to Get the Dream Home You Always Wanted
Maybe you've owned a home for years, or you've just left your parent's home and are looking to get onto the property ladder. Either way, getting the deposit ready for purchasing your dream home is no easy task. For most people, buying a home is the ...
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