Money
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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: Buying outright, leasing to own or, less often, leasing under…
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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, a poolside bash or a Memorial Day blowout, you may…
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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 can be pricey, others can be surprisingly budget-friendly, especially when…
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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. This wage gap, calculated by comparing median full-time pay as…
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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 work bench, a lawn mower, some tool cases, and maybe…
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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 companies where they work. In some cases, other businesses offer…
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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…
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This Spring Home Maintenance Checklist Could Save You Thousands
Spring brings more than just good weather. The end of winter’s deep freeze offers homeowners the chance to save potentially thousands of dollars by conducting a home inspection and making minor…
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17 Ways to Benefit from Trump’s Tax Plan (Hint: Be Wealthy)
President Donald Trump’s tax plan was touted by his camp and the Republican Party as a series of cuts to individual and corporate tax rates that would boost investment and…
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10 Things Self-Employed Taxpayers Can Write Off for Savings
Tax time is here, and if you work for yourself, you can lower your tax bill by writing off a bunch of business-related expenses. When it comes to saving money…
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Healthy Meal Prep Tips For a Busy Week
Finding the time to prepare healthy foods to eat throughout the week can be challenging, but with some thoughtful planning and helpful tricks you can easily prepare for the days…
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What the New Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Means for Retirees
Many of the initial provisions in the GOP tax bill that were aimed specifically at retirement income were removed from the plan before it went to a final vote. But…
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12 Things to Know About the Earned Income Tax Credit
Many low- and moderate-income households will get a significant tax refund this year because of the Earned Income Credit. The credit, which helps working individuals and families, can sometimes be…
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10 International Work Benefits Americans Wish They Had
Perks such as health care, retirement plans, paid vacation, and paid parental leave are benefits some U.S. employers offer to lure quality talent. In much of the world, though, workers…
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13 Smart Retirement Moves for Women
When it comes to preparing for retirement, women are faced with slightly different considerations than men as they have historically earned less while having a longer life expectancy. “This means…
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20 Reasons Not to Have a Wedding
Traditional weddings are overrated, fraught with anxiety, and often cost as much as a down payment on a new home. Save yourselves, and your guests, the hassle and expense and…
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18 Questions to Ask When Moving to a New City
Even if you’re moving somewhere with a low cost of living, relocating can be a stressful, daunting process. Making it even more nerve-wracking: Trying to pick the right spot to…
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21 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is a high-pressure endeavor. The number of homes for sale in America has been steadily declining for years. According to Zillow, inventory has been on a…
