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Money Saving News Stories for October 19, 2011

Frugal news stories we're reading this week:

Materialism Can Ruin Marriages, According to Brigham Young Researchers (Christian Post)

US student debt impact likened to subprime

Want to Keep More of Your Money? Here's What Not to Do

Instead of a parent wagging a finger at you, Time offers this list of "don't"s that are meant to help you better manage your money by avoiding some all-too-common traps that can wreak havoc on your... Read more on Time »

Free Tax Preparation Software Recommendations

Yes, you can...do your own tax return for free (or at minimal cost). Our buying guide to free or cheap tax preparation software walks you through the features you should look for when choosing a... Read more on Cheapism »

New Online Savings Goal Tracker

Saving (your money, that is) is back in style. On the off chance that you might have forgotten how to do that, Market Watch has a report about a new online tool that can help you keep track of what... Read more on Market Watch »

What to Look For in an Online Broker

Eager to snare your business, price wars have broken out among online brokers. But before you rush to the company with the glitziest web site, read what The New York Times has to say about the key... Read more on The New York Times »

Shop around for the best cheap checking accounts

"The news that Wal-Mart's going to cease cutting paper checks for employees who don't have direct deposit has prompted all sorts of reactions -- applause for reducing paper waste, debates over whether... Read more on San Francisco Chronicle »

10 cheapest jurisdictions to open an offshore bank account

Taxes may be inevitable, but a big tax bill -- maybe not. Ecommerce Journal has some advice: with an offshore bank account, you may be able to lower your burden. But first read this article, and then proceed... Read more on Ecommerce Journal »