Money
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The Biggest Jackpot Awarded by Every State Lottery
Lotteries rake in huge amounts of money for state and local governments, and occasionally let someone else strike it rich as well. Granted, the federal government takes 39.6 percent of your winnings, but high nine-figure paydays tend to remain nine-figure…
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The Best New Ways to Make Money Part-Time, Ranked
The gig economy continues to proliferate, providing countless part-time jobs for those seeking to supplement their income. But is it working? A 2017 Pew Research Center study found that nearly one in ten Americans has generated income using a digital…
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10 Great Summer Jobs for Teens
A summer job is a good opportunity to learn important life skills and make some spending money. Up to 60 percent of teens had summer jobs in the 1950s through the 1990s, but by 2011 that was down to about…
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25 Ways to Be More Mindful at Work
Being mindful at work is more than just keeping your head down and getting the job done, it’s about cultivating a healthy and efficient workspace, physically and mentally, that allows you to prosper to your fullest extent. Even though some…
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30 Electronics and Accessories That Are a Complete Waste of Money
The world of electronics and their accessories is a wild, untamed web of tech company stores, electronics retailers, discount stores, online retailers, convenience stores, and airport vending machines. There are a whole lot of items within that web that claim…
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17 Reasons Not to Buy a Vacation Home
Many people think owning a second home in their favorite vacation destination will save money over the long haul. But owning a vacation home can mean lots of hidden expenses and issues that might turn a vacation dream into a…
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26 Jobs That Give You the Best Chance to Travel
Lots of people dream of traveling the world and seeing all it has to offer, but the expense always seems to get in the way. Since it costs so much…
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What You Need to Know When Shopping For a Mortgage
If you’re thinking of purchasing a home, you’ve probably started shopping for a mortgage. It’s a daunting task to be sure, but it doesn’t have to be. Before you dive…
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15 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Summer Camp
With fond memories of cabin mates, campfires, swimming pools, and s’mores, it’s no wonder that parents who went to summer camp want their children to have the same enriching experience.…
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24 Trump Properties Not Actually Owned by Trump
President Donald Trump made a name for himself by literally making gilded names for himself — and slapping them onto buildings. Before “The Apprentice” and before the Oval Office, Trump…
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30 Cell Phone Ripoffs You Can Actually Avoid
Mobile phones are on sale everywhere from Best Buy and the Apple Store to mini-marts and sometimes even airport vending machines. The act of buying one varies just as widely:…
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20 Party Essentials You Should Always Buy at the Dollar Store
Party supplies are among the best dollar-store buys, especially as the weather warms and backyard barbecues return to decks and patios across the country. Whether you’re planning a kid’s party,…
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25 Energy-Saving Products You Need in Your Home
Trying to boost your home’s energy efficiency isn’t just eco-friendly — it can pay off big time when those utility bills hit your mailbox every month. Though some “green” upgrades…
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Best and Worst Jobs for Women: Where to Watch Out for the Wage Gap
Women are CEOs of many American companies, yet women in this country still earn 79 to 83 cents on average (depending on the study) for every dollar earned by men.…
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20 Products in Your Garage That Are Waste of Space and Money
If you’re fortunate enough to have a garage, you know how much of a struggle it is to maintain the space it provides. A few bicycles, a beer fridge, a…
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10 Jobs That Get You Discounts
Does your job entitle you to discounts on clothing, travel, computers, cars, or even a house? Aside from regular employee benefits, people in many professions enjoy employee discounts from the…
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12 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Condo
Buying a condo, which is a bit different than buying a house, can be intimidating. But if you’re armed with knowledge about the risks and rewards of purchasing one and…
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Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and 18 Other Streaming Sites Compared: Which Is Best for You?
Not so long ago, Netflix was just a DVD-by-mail delivery company with high hopes of eventually supplanting Blockbuster Video. Today, it’s the wildly successful forerunner and retail pioneer in an…
