Money
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Price Alerts Help You Find the Best Time to Buy
Online bargain hunting is both frustrating and exciting. You’re out to find a deal on something you love or need and you’re determined to stick to your budget. Make price alerts your new best friend. With the power of price…
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Cheaper Produce at the Farmers Market? Studies Say It’s True
Farmers markets tend to be thought of as the province of the well-to-do, peddling things like $12 heads of organic lettuce and edible chrysanthemum leaves. But with more than 7,000 farmers markets across the country, according to the USDA, surely…
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Reduce Your Credit Card Debt
On Oct. 9, a line of well-dressed, manicured women filed into the New York City Metropolitan Pavilion. With more than 1,000 attendees grabbing appetizers and drinks, this girly event decked out in pink and neon decor was dedicated to a…
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Find Free Stuff Through the Freecycle Network
A bookcase, a rocking chair, a Dell computer monitor, infant formula, kids clothes, gift bags, a bathroom sink — these are just a few of the things people were giving away for free recently on our local branch of the…
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Are Extended Product Warranties Worth It?
You’re about to spend hundreds, maybe thousands, of dollars on a new TV, appliance, or computer. When you reach the checkout counter the all-too-familiar question is popped: “Would you like to purchase the extended product warranty?” The rejoinder, asked silently,…
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Can Paying With Your Phone Save You Money?
The concept is a bit mystical, a little unsettling, and no doubt a glimpse into the world to come: shopping without any cash or credit cards, just a smartphone. It’s possible already at thousands of stores, via mobile payment apps…
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Beyond Books: 7 Things Libraries Will Let You Do for Free
Where can you rent movies, take classes, discover music, and meet new people without spending a cent? Your local library, of course. Like other government-funded enterprises, many public libraries have…
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Dorm Room Decor for Cheap
Frugal college students, heads up. What with books and munchies and nights out, your budget only stretches so far. But that doesn’t mean you have to live in a drab…
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Walmart vs. Target vs. Kmart Showdown
Jump to: Is Walmart, Target, or Kmart Cheaper? Shopping Experience Grocery Electronics and Office Clothing and Personal Care Toys Pharmacy and Health Services Other Services Online Shopping Return Policies Price…
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The Best and Worst Prepaid Card Deals
This is a post by Odysseas Papadimitriou, the founder and CEO of Card Hub, a website that helps consumers find the best credit cards and prepaid cards for their needs.…
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“Outlet Shopping vs. Retail”
Jump to: Outlet Prices Outlet Store Coupons Outlet Return Policies Clothing Outlets Kids Clothing Outlets Swimwear Outlets Footwear Outlets Accessories Outlets Outlet Linens Outlet Lotions and Soaps Outdoor Entertaining Outlet…
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How You Can Stop Wasting Money Today
Between tax season, monthly bills, and day-to-day spending, there are countless opportunities to lose your hard-earned money — including many you may not even realize. The team at Kiplinger has…
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How to Sell Your Stuff: 8 Tips From Craigslist
This time of year, the number of “for sale” and “garage sale” postings on Craigslist doubles as people wrap up their spring cleaning, according to the classified-ad giant. It can…
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What to Buy — and What Not to Buy — at a Garage Sale
With spring in the air, garage sales are popping up like daffodils. And with the economy still struggling, many people are trying to stretch their dollars by buying things used.…
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12 Ways Credit Cards Can Save You Money While Traveling
If you have a credit card (or three), it’s possible that you’re missing credit card travel rewards and perks that could save you money. Although many cards are marketed as…
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7 Simple Ways to Save Money Now
Whether you’re saving up for a big purchase or just want to save, these seven easy tips and tricks can help curb your spending and supplement your savings account without…
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Free Personal Finance Tools
We’ve just launched a partnership with Optimize.com, a free service that connects consumers with financial advisors and provides user friendly tools to manage personal financial assets online. Here’s what Optimize.com…
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The Best Mileage Cards to Keep Travel Cheap
Cruise lines and airlines love to promote cheap travel. The truth is, there’s no such thing as cheap travel. Any trip, regardless whether it’s a weekend getaway or a four-hour…
