Savvy individuals are always looking for great ways to cut costs and save money. In fact, sticking to a careful budget today is more important than ever. But individuals who want to save big money don't need to worry. Here are 10 simple tips that can ...
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Black Coffee: The Love & Money Edition
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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.
I hope everybody had an enjoyable week. ...
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What Is a Mortgage Broker (and Is One Right for You)?
What is a mortgage broker? In short, a mortgage broker is an independent middleman who finds potential customers for mortgage lenders. The mortgage broker's job is to collect all of the loan documents from a prospective borrower; he then reviews and ...
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How to Survive the Apocalypse (Or at Least Have Fun Trying)
You're sitting there just finishing off your last can of baked beans. They're cold, of course, because your fuel ran out a year ago.
It's been three years in that hole, with no instructions over the radio from the army, and nobody banging on the ...
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Clothes Buying Tips: 7 Questions You Should Always Ask
Investing in new clothes is a process that takes several steps. While splurging on yourself can be fun, you should always keep in mind how practical your new purchase will really be. When it comes to clothes buying tips, you can keep your inner ...
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What Is GAP Insurance for Cars and When Should You Buy It?
Many years ago, I worked with an old engineer who always wore a belt and suspenders. Always. One day I pointed out that fashion snobs consider a belt and suspenders to be a serious sartorial faux pas.
He was unimpressed.
"I know," he said, "But ...
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Black Coffee: Sticker Shock
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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.
I've got another busy weekend ahead of ...
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Accelerate Your Inheritance: A Comprehensive Look at Probate Advance
Probate can be a daunting process - especially for individuals grappling with the emotional aftermath of losing a loved one while also trying to manage finances. When an estate enters probate, assets are generally frozen until the courts approve ...
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 59
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
Six months after our trip to Europe, my life changed from elated to dreading Erik’s orders for Operation Desert Shield, which ...
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Private Jet Service Costs: Are They Worth It?
Have you ever wondered if a private jet service cost is worth it? Imagine this scenario: You pull up to your plane at a small airport. Then you walk directly from your car onto the jet. Your bags -- weighing more than 50 pounds apiece! -- are whisked ...
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14 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day on a Budget
Ironically, there are a lot of broken hearts on Valentine's Day. Here's how to celebrate Valentine's Day on a budget by keeping the money you spend to a minimum while kicking the thoughtfulness up a notch:
Celebrate the Day Before -- or After
It's ...
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7 Financial Literacy Tips for First-Time Credit Card Holders
Filipinos are now more prosperous and eager to spend than ever; they also hunger for financial literacy tips. For their part, Philippine credit card providers have shown themselves ready to address this need. Indeed, credit cards now offer more perks ...
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Why Your Expensive Car Doesn’t Impress Smart People
A reader named Jennifer left a comment on my blog lamenting expensive cars and the sense of entitlement she saw in many people. Here is an excerpt:
I know a woman who is a single mother and hit up her friends for money to replace the engine in her ...
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Black Coffee: Fake It ‘Til You Make It
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How to Get a Mortgage with Bad Credit
Are you searching for how to get a mortgage with bad credit? Well ... finding a mortgage when you have a bad credit score is not impossible. However, it usually requires the borrower to make a few concessions, such as paying a higher interest ...
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Dora the Explorer’s Five Easy Steps to Financial Health
When I was little, I loved to watch cartoons. You know, the big ones: Quick Draw McGraw, Ruff & Reddy, Mighty Mouse. OK, so I'm an old guy.
Anyway, in my youth, I did not have any interest in finance, personal or otherwise. That changed in my ...
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9 Preventative Car Maintenance Tips That Will Save You Money
We've all been there. You're perfectly sticking to your budget, staying away from extra purchases, and then out of nowhere, your car stops working. All of a sudden you have hundreds -- or even thousands -- of dollars' worth of work to do on your car ...
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Understanding Crypto Debit and Credit Cards
The rise of cryptocurrency has transformed the way we think about money, offering innovative solutions for modern finance. One such solution is the cryptocurrency card, a tool that bridges the gap between digital currencies and everyday transactions. ...
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A Tribute to the Vanishing Pay Phone
Maroon 5 has a song entitled "Payphone" and, every time I hear it, I can't help but wonder how many of their fans have ever used one. That got me to wondering: How many pay phones are there today? (To be clear, I'm talking about working public pay ...
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Black Coffee: Sweet and Sour
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Well ... another busy week is behind ...
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