Money
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22 Things to Do Now to Land a Job in a Recession
Landing a job can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but add this bizarre kind of economy to the mix and job seekers may feel bewildered, if not hopeless. All is not lost, however, and though it may take…
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25 Destinations Where Your Dollar Goes Far
When planning a vacation in a foreign country, finding inexpensive lodging and transportation is an important first step, but there are also the costs for food, additional travel, shopping, and other daily expenses. To properly budget for those costs, first…
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Scary Cyberattacks that Hacked Millions of Users
Big data breaches keep providing new reasons for consumers to be wary of forking over their personal information, despite companies spending millions to bolster security (and settling lawsuits when the security proves to have gaps). Hackers’ targets have included well-known companies,…
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Military Skills That Can Help Land a Civilian Job
Given the ubiquitous “support our troops” rhetoric and numerous veterans benefits you might think that America’s military professionals experience an easy time transitioning back to civilian life. But, as National Hire a Veteran Day reminds us, veterans face many unique…
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Lies Real Estate Agents Tell
The housing market has gotten pretty competitive, inspiring some real estate agents to finesse their way into contracts in roundabout ways. From harmless exaggerations to misleading, downright lies, here are some common fabrications told by real estate agents. Have you…
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What Boomers Need to Know About Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency, often shortened to “crypto,” is a speculative asset especially popular with millennials and Gen Z. Fans will talk all day about the potential in the technology and the potential for striking it rich, while critics (rightfully) focus on its…
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How Rising Home Prices Will Affect your Property Taxes in 2022
If, like many, you’re part of a double-digit price increase in U.S. home values, take heart: It won’t necessarily lead to large property tax increases. Housing prices increased 15.9% in…
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20 Small Businesses You Can Start With Less Than $1,000
With the proliferation of online businesses, the sharing economy, and apps aimed at providing everything from lawn care experts to gardeners, plumbers, and dog walkers, the reality is that starting…
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The Aldi Family Feud And Its Connection to Trader Joe’s
From Rubble to Riches On the heels of World War II, brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht returned to their war-torn hometown Essen, Germany, and transformed their mother’s corner store into…
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How McDonald’s Restaurants Have Changed Inside and Out
Walk into your local McDonald’s, and head to the counter to order a meal. Well, you can, but it seems preferred that you place your order at a kiosk, pay…
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The 10 Best and Worst States for Military Retirees
Whether they’ve been out of the service for decades or are newly retired from the military, America’s veterans need places to live where they have abundant access to quality health…
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31 Simple Ways to Save Money Every Day of the Month
If you’re looking for ways to slash spending, even small adjustments can add up. Cutting back and saving can be surprisingly simple, and with this compilation of easy-to-incorporate tips, there’s a…
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Travel Agencies and Other Businesses That Are Disappearing
With the Great Resignation afoot and unemployment at an impressive 3.6% nationwide, it seems like jobs are for the taking. But it’s not like anyone can get any job they…
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Walmart-Exclusive Bike Helmet Recalled Due to Head Injury Risk
Walmart customers who purchased a Tony Hawk Silver Metallic multi-purpose helmet have been warned to stop using it immediately. The Walmart-exclusive helmet is being recalled because it doesn’t comply with…
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Fancy a Move? These Cities and States Will Pay You to Relocate
Moving can be expensive, but a range of cities and states offer everything from tax credits and down payment assistance to hundreds of thousands of dollars toward student loans and…
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22 Cities Where You Can Live Car-Free
There are a lot of benefits to owning a car, not the least of which is being able to travel whenever and wherever you want. But that freedom ain’t free,…
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Cool Barn Conversions Across America
Barn conversions have become a popular trend, with farms dating as far back as the 1700s getting transformed into magnificent homes, restaurants, and venues. Many of these spaces retain traditional…
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What to Know When Buying a House After 50
As people retire and take their benefits later, buying a home later in life is also becoming more common. Before making the investment, there are some considerations that baby boomers…
