Personal Finance
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10 Jobs We Took as Teenagers That Taught Us Responsibility
When you’re a teenager with a job, the power that goes along with an adult needing something from you feels enormous. When you’re an adult, teenagers with jobs are the only thing standing between you and happiness. Either way, certain…
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20 Frugal Habits of the Super Rich Worth Learning
Frugality isn’t exclusive to people who are on a tight budget because they have to be (*cough* us *cough*). There’s an entire conglomerate of super-rich people who have cheapskate tendencies that prove that just because you have the money doesn’t mean…
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10 Major Money Mistakes to Avoid
You don’t have to know everything about money to be good at personal finance. In fact, personal finance largely comes down to a few simple rules that anyone can master — even if you don’t have a business degree or…
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10 Money-Saving Cookout Tips for the Fourth of July
High prices at the grocery store may cast a shadow over this year’s Fourth of July cookouts, but there are still plenty of ways to save money on your cookout this year. For carnivores, they involve cheap but tasty meats…
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15 Common Financial Scams (And How to Avoid Them)
Every year, about 90% of consumers either fall for or encounter online scams. And while many consumers are sophisticated enough to avoid some of the most common scams, it doesn’t take much for a crafty hacker to steal your money.…
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10 Gen-Z Money Habits That Older Generations Could Benefit From
The younger generations tend to get a lot of flack from those who have been there before — but as it turns out, there are a lot of budgeting and frugal living habits that Gen-Z has adopted that could actually…
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Buying a Boat Can Be a Huge Mistake — Here’s Why
The glamour of summertime boating and dreams of visiting the many fabulous boating destinations might make a boat purchase seem like a good idea. But before you decide to captain…
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24 Passive Income Ideas to Pad Your Retirement Fund
“Passive income” has become quite the buzzword. With the rise of the internet age and the sharing economy, the ways to earn income while you sleep (or lounge on the…
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13 Things to Never Buy at Full Price in the Summer
Does summer feel like the season to shop to you? Before giving in to impulse buys, plan your shopping trips carefully so you save money on these items this summer.…
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13 HOA Red Flags That Could Cost You
Homeowners associations (HOAs) may keep neighborhoods looking neat and tidy, and your house value intact, but they can also come with a long list of restrictions that feel more like…
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10 Best States for Seniors Who Can’t Afford to Retire
There’s a hard reality that comes when you reach retirement age, but you can’t afford to retire. Having to work in your golden years can be harder than it sounds.…
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7 Middle-Class Money Habits From the 1970s No One Teaches Anymore
The 1970s weren’t easy on the middle class. Inflation was high, wages fell behind, and the cost of living kept climbing. Families had to make do with what they had…
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8 Retailers That Will Buy Back Your Old Electronics
Every single thing in this world is too expensive, that’s for sure. We can’t avoid ending up at mega retailers, but wouldn’t it be nice if we could offload some…
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Collectibles From the ’70s That Are Now Worth a Fortune
It always feels great to discard old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until years later, when you’re browsing through an antique store or online…
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Bathroom Products That Are a Complete Waste of Money
Frugal folks know there are a ton of products that make little sense to buy. Of course, they’re in every room of the home, including the one where we primp,…
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10 Ways You’re Likely Wasting Money — and Will Regret It Later
Americans aren’t great at saving — and it’s not just about low wages or bad luck. According to data from the Federal Reserve, nearly 40% of adults wouldn’t be able…
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Things Boomers Took for Granted That Are Luxuries Now
Remember when you could buy a house with just one income? Those days are long over. But there was a time when those concepts were commonplace. Here are 19 things…
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Costco Products That Frugal Shoppers Say You Should Never Buy
Shopping at Costco can be a great way to save money, even with the membership fee. Some name-brand items are cheaper in bulk, and some Kirkland Signature products are even…
