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Getting a loan with bad credit might seem like a daunting task -- and it is. But, there are times when a person doesn't have any other option than to go for a loan. If you have been turned down by one lender, don't lose all hope and assume that ...

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Outrageous Pizza Delivery Fees Are Here to Stay (and It’s Your Fault)

I love sleight of hand tricks. Occasionally, a coworker of mine named Fred will stop by my office and regale me with some truly amazing acts of prestidigitation. I'm always left in awe every time he seemingly pulls a coin out of thin air -- or ...

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Black Coffee: And the Band Played On

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. Well ... another glorious weekend is ...

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7 Big Reasons to Pay Off Your Debt Now!

Being in debt isn't something to be proud of. Debt can be your worst financial disaster, depending on the amount you owe and the kind of debt you have. Of course, when it comes to paying off your debts, you really have to be serious about it if you ...

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Should You Buy a Diamond Engagement Ring from a Retailer or Wholesale?

So you've finally decided to take that next big step and get engaged -- but if you think making that decision was hard, then you're in for a ride, because the most common question that pops into the mind of someone getting engaged is what type of ...

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Grandfather Says: The Little Engine That Couldn’t

By RD Blakeslee

Not all of Grandfather's escapades were a great success. Grandfather set out to build a miniature steam engine, which he did alright, but just look at it! The boiler proved to be "marginal" (as the engineers say) meaning: "about to explode" ...

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Take Control of Your Finances: A Few Simple Steps to a More Secure Future

By Tex Freitag

So many of us struggle to keep track of our spending and balance fun and excitement with the need for long term security. The good news is that you don't have to sacrifice your hobbies or interests in order to be a master saver. All you need to do is ...

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Coworking Spaces vs. Incubators vs. Accelerators for Startups

Coworking spaces, incubators, and accelerators happen to be three concepts that are used often in the startup community. Each of these options is advantageous for building a new business, and has something to offer based on your personality and ...

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Black Coffee: Here Comes the Lightning Round!

By RD Blakeslee

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. I'm away on vacation -- but our ...

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5 Critical Forex Trading Mistakes to Avoid

We all want money. That's the reason why most people wake up early to get to work, and come back home late. For Forex traders, some of them don't sleep at times! Therefore, since you are working so hard to earn this money, you should learn to ...

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Strategies to Consider for Improving Your Forex Trading Skills

For most forex rookies, it's not enough to have a top-notch forex trading platform. A trading plan must also be in place to successfully execute trades in the market. As such, it's only proper to hold your ground -- but you'll still need to improvise ...

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Back to School: How to Get a Student Loan

By Tex Freitag

The average price of tuition for a public university is $9410 for in-state students and $23,890 for out-of-state students. That doesn't include all the other expenses that come along with going to college, such as rent, meals, and the cost of ...

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7 Must-Have Tips on How to Repair Your Credit Score Yourself

Having good credit is a necessity for several reasons including buying a house or car, applying for a credit card, renting an apartment, buying a phone, and more. Without good credit, you could be left without these important essentials of life. ...

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Don’t Be a Wimp! Here Are 22 Things You Should Always Haggle For

Last weekend I was at a barbecue with a buddy who told me a good-news bad-news story regarding a deal he got from DirecTV for their extremely popular NFL Sunday Ticket service that allows him to watch every out-of-market game during the entire ...

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Black Coffee: Revenge of the Debt Monster

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. Wow! Another week has come and gone -- ...

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6 House Upgrades That Increase Property Values

The US home improvement market is strong at about $400 billion dollars per year. Many homes and rentals that once sat empty are now filling burgeoning housing needs. Those homes are often in need of renovation and house upgrades. Did you invest ...

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How a Lead Generation Business Can Save Your Law Firm Time and Money

Law firms are always on the lookout for bigger and better clients. Legal businesses try to out-market each other and get as many high-value clients as possible. From SEO strategies such as writing valuable content to pay for Google advertising, ...

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Grandfather Says: Great Grandfather’s Stained Glass Bullseye Windows

By RD Blakeslee

One of the most influential people in Grandfather's life as he was growing up was his maternal grandfather, Mr. James F. Miller. He lived for many years in an elegant old home in Saginaw, Michigan; a relic from the days when Michigan's virgin ...

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8 Things To Look For In A Forex Trading Platform