Money
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DIY Career Search
Finding a job — any job — when first entering the working world probably comes as a relief. Eventually, though, you may want to launch a DIY career search that gets you on a more directed path. Turning to a…
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Which College Majors Pay the Least and Which Land You a Job?
As tens of thousands of students enter college for the first time, tens of thousands of parents are wondering whether the investment will pay off. Does the major a student selects affect future earning potential? In other words, what are…
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Coffee Rewards Programs: Which Perks Your Interest?
Coffee is a big and competitive business in the United States — Statistic Brain reports that consumers spend more than 18 billion dollars a year on specialty brews alone — and coffee shops are working hard to build loyal followings.…
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Coupon Crazy: An Insider Explains It All
“I started using coupons to save money. I kept using them because it turned out to be a fun and rewarding way to shop.” If you ever wondered what motivates the extreme couponer, Mary Potter Kenyon’s new book, Coupon Crazy:…
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Petco vs. PetSmart: Which is Cheaper?
In This Article: Loyalty Programs Pet Stores Review: Websites & Online Shopping Extra Services Petco vs PetSmart Price Comparison Table Petco Review PetSmart Review Pet Store Prices and Loyalty Programs We filled a virtual shopping basket with 10 items, including…
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Online Tutorials: Where Can You Find Free (and Accurate) Guides?
When looking for a simple answer about how to do something, look no further than free online tutorials. Maybe you’re trying to assemble a piece of furniture, tie a tie, or figure out what a roux is (a flour and…
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Track Your Student Loans — For Free
On July 31st the U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure that links interest rates for federal student loans to the yield on 10-year Treasury notes. This is a welcome…
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How to Avoid Overdraft Fees
Bank customers who overdraw their accounts pay an average of $225 per year in fees, according to a recent government report. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has released findings from…
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Privacy or Money: Which Do You Prefer?
Have you ever searched for a way to make money online or wondered about how to find a new passive income stream? The Internet is filled with get-rich-quick schemes but…
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Can Readers Save by Switching to Digital?
Print books may not be dead yet, but ebooks are undoubtedly the future. They’re space-saving, environmentally friendly, and often cheaper than their dead-tree counterparts. Ereaders and tablets are more affordable…
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6 Reasons Why Temp Jobs Can Be Great
It seems that every month the official job report tells a different story. First it’s all bad, then we’re slowly climbing out of the recession, then there’s a retreat. For…
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The 5 Must-Dos of Apartment Hunting
Renting an apartment can be daunting, not to mention anxiety-inducing. So start with the most fundamental apartment-hunting question: What should I be looking for? Friends, family, and coworkers all have…
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6 Apartment Hunting Tips for NYC and Beyond
Apartment hunting in NYC can be an emotive dance: simultaneously frustrating and exciting. Dealing with landlords, competing with other renters, and wending your way from one flat to the next…
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10 Tips on Parenting Without Consumerism
Does raising kids always have to be so hard on the wallet? Not necessarily, as I learned after moving to Japan with my husband and young children. Here’s a smorgasbord…
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How a Dent or Scratch Can Get You a Discount on Amazon
Have you ever walked into an outlet store and found a deal you couldn’t refuse? Perhaps it was deeply discounted cookware with an imperceptible scratch or a laptop bag that…
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How Hedging Your Bets With Airbnb Could Cost You
Considering moving in with your significant other to save money? The prospect can certainly be tempting, particularly if you live in a city as notoriously pricey as New York or…
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How to Get a Summer Job as a College Student
Spring break recently ended and finals are a few weeks away. In other words, this is the moment to find a summer job or internship. Knowing how to get a…
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Do You Have a Car Care Plan?
National Car Care Month kicked off with a rumble the other day. The designation helps remind drivers to adopt a car care plan and take preemptive measures to maintain their…
