If you're like most people, it's been hard not to notice the increase in your monthly grocery bill over the past year. I guess that's to be expected with the latest "official" inflation rate as measured by the CPI coming in at a jaw-dropping 9.1% ...
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Black Coffee: The Ministry of Truth
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Some Interesting Facts About Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin is the world's first successful decentralized cryptocurrency as well as a payment system. Nevertheless, bitcoin mining is shrouded in mystery for millions of people.
What you need to know is bitcoin mining is the process of creating a new ...
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Grandfather Says: Something Beautiful That Money Can Never Buy
One of the things we all have where money doesn't count is the sky.
Grandfather pays attention to it and says he will miss it when he's six feet under.
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About the Author: RD Blakeslee is a nonagenarian in West Virginia who ...
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5 Reasons To Sell a Lottery Jackpot Annuity
Most lottery prizes are offered in the form of periodic payments to the winner. As a result, the winner has to linger on for years before he gets to have the full amount of winnings.
There are many wonderful benefits of holding on to the annuity ...
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5 Investment Options During a Recession
As the old saying goes, what goes up must come down. And while the stock market has been on a tear in recent years, investors would be wise to remember that recessions are a reality of the business cycle.
A financial advisor can help you build a ...
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Identifying And Preventing Ad Fraud In Marketing
Businesses and brands pour millions of dollars into their marketing campaigns yearly. This investment is critical in gaining recognition and expanding a customer base to generate more revenue and profits for the company. As such, modern advancements ...
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Why You Shouldn’t Skimp on Auto Insurance
With the cost of living in some cities it can be tempting to find ways to save money. While cutting back on your favorite latte or canceling that one streaming subscription you never use might be a good idea, one thing you shouldn't do is try to ...
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An Introductory Guide to Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
What happens when people die -- or are dying -- is a subject of intense debate. For you it might be a matter of faith or science. What's less debatable: if you prepare properly, the people you leave behind will have an easier transition.
Several ...
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How I Got Scammed at My Local Gas Station
People who believe in personal responsibility are often unfairly accused of being heartless and uncaring.
For proof, all one has to do is look at my inbox. I usually get at least one scathing letter every week from a reader who mistakes my ...
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Black Coffee: The Golden Rule
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100 Words On: Why It’s So Hard to Beat a Homegrown Tomato
There's a reason why tomatoes are found in 85% of all gardens, topping the list of most popular homegrown produce: Biting into the fresh and juicy sweetness of a vine-ripened homegrown tomato is pure nirvana for the senses -- a savory treat unmatched ...
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10 Financial Benefits of Hiring a Vehicle Accident Lawyer
If you've been in a vehicle accident, you may wonder if you need to hire a lawyer. While every accident is unique and comes with its own complications and financial losses, there are many financial benefits to hiring a vehicle accident ...
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How to Secure Your Home on a Budget
We all want to provide a safe life for our significant others and children, but sometimes, it's just out of our price range -- or is it? Securing your home doesn't have to be super expensive to be effective. Protecting your property and home won't ...
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4 Steps to Financial Independence
Once you have achieved some basic financial goals, such as paying off all debts except for perhaps your mortgage, building up an emergency fund and contributing to a retirement account, it is time to start thinking about achieving financial ...
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7 Reasons Why You Should Use a Roth IRA for Retirement Savings
Are you thinking about fortifying your retirement savings with a Roth IRA?
Sure, Roth IRAs have their disadvantages -- but there are some really good reasons why you may want to consider one too. Here are the seven best:
Qualified distributions ...
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The Martingale Roulette System: Does It Work?
Casino gambling games have always been inextricably linked to chance and probability, with any kind of success often being attributed to concepts such as fate. While the inner mechanics of games such as roulette or blackjack are dictated by chance, ...
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How to Tell If an Online Car Review Is Trustworthy
When you're shopping for a new car, it's important to do your research. One of the best places to start is by reading online car reviews. But how can you tell if these reviews are trustworthy?
Today we will discuss some tips for determining ...
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Dear Diary: How I Fixed My Water Heater Without a Plumber and Saved $400
The Honeybee alerted me to the fact that our hot water heater was making popping and cracking sounds that she had never heard before.
This got me a bit worried because the heater was 12-years-old and I knew it was on its last legs. When a water ...
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Black Coffee: Cancelled Due to COVID
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