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Benefits of Buying a Slightly Used Car Benefits of Buying a Slightly Used Car
February 9, 2010 - 1 Comment

Before you find yourself roaming the new car lot, you may want to take a step back and think about buying used. There are many benefits of buying a slightly used car, and once you know... 

5 Simple Tips To Save You Money 5 Simple Tips To Save You Money
February 8, 2010

Let’s start the week off right and help you start saving money right away. There’s a huge debate about whether or not people should worry about the little purchases in... 

10 Ways to Get a Cheaper Honeymoon 10 Ways to Get a Cheaper Honeymoon
February 6, 2010

After the wedding is over, most couples choose to go on a honeymoon to celebrate their new marriage. Unfortunately, once you’ve covered the wedding costs, there may not be much... 

Only You Can Create New Jobs For This Country Only You Can Create New Jobs For This Country
February 5, 2010 - 8 Comments

If you’ve been following the financial news today, then you saw articles like this one from Yahoo Finance about the unemployment rate falling to 9.7%, which is a five-month low.... 

Is Active Investing Right For You? Is Active Investing Right For You?
February 5, 2010

I recently wrote a post about the pros and cons of passive investing earlier in the week. Now I would like to take a look at active investing. Active investing is an investment strategy... 

And The Winners Are… And The Winners Are…
February 5, 2010 - 10 Comments

The Money Crashers 2010 New Year Giveaway Bash has finally come to an end. It’s been a fun and exciting four weeks and we hope that you enjoyed being part of the event. The... 

Why You Should Avoid Overdraft Protection Services Why You Should Avoid Overdraft Protection Services
February 4, 2010 - 14 Comments

I’m going to assume that we’ve all been slapped with an overdraft fee at some point in our lives. We’re not perfect, and banks are extremely sneaky at finding ways... 

7 Ways to Get Married For Less 7 Ways to Get Married For Less
February 4, 2010 - 12 Comments

There’s no question that your wedding day is one of the most important events in your life. Taking the plunge of marriage is a huge step in one’s adult life, and our financial... 

25 Online Resources For Freelancers and Small Businesses 25 Online Resources For Freelancers and Small Businesses
February 3, 2010 - 15 Comments

Last week I revealed to you how my best friend and I started a side business doing internet marketing for small businesses and one reason for our success was that we found clients before... 

3 Simple and Effective Ways To Reduce Your Debt 3 Simple and Effective Ways To Reduce Your Debt
February 3, 2010 - 6 Comments

When you’re in debt, it feels like you’ll never clear the outstanding balance and get back to normal.  While you’re never going to make a really big dent in your... 

10 Money Management Tips for New Married Couples 10 Money Management Tips for New Married Couples
February 2, 2010 - 1 Comment

Being a newlywed can be an exciting period in two people’s lives. Young or old, those who have decided to take the plunge and get married will likely find their lives radically changed... 

Is Passive Investing Right For You? Is Passive Investing Right For You?
February 2, 2010 - 4 Comments

Investing can be a scary endeavor without a road map. That’s why it is so important to develop a solid investment strategy and stick to it. There are two main strategies... 

Personal Finance Round-Up: How Does The IRS Pick Tax Returns To Audit?
February 1, 2010 - 3 Comments

It’s that time again to take a look at our personal finance blogging friends, and see what they’re writing.  Seriously, we have the best blogging community on the web.... 

Is A Fat Tax A Legitimate Source of Tax Revenue? Is A Fat Tax A Legitimate Source of Tax Revenue?
February 1, 2010 - 5 Comments

I was reading an article today about how the governor of New York David Paterson is including a “fat tax” in the 2010 budget. According to the NY State Health Department,... 

What to Do When You Can’t Pay IRS Tax Debts What to Do When You Can’t Pay IRS Tax Debts
February 1, 2010 - 5 Comments

If you receive a tax bill for more than you anticipated, your first instinct is to panic. Of all of the people to whom you could potentially owe money to, the dreaded IRS is one of... 

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$499 iPad Is First Affordable Computing Device By Apple For Average User $499 iPad Is First Affordable Computing Device By Apple For Average User
January 27, 2010 - 32 Comments

If you were following Twitter, Facebook, or any tech blogs today, then you know that the Apple event surrounding the announcement of the Apple iPad (insert feminine hygiene joke here)... 

Jim Cramer’s Action Alerts PLUS Review – The Inside Scoop on Stock Picks Jim Cramer’s Action Alerts PLUS Review – The Inside Scoop on Stock Picks
January 27, 2010 - 14 Comments

After many years of success on Wall Street, Jim Cramer decided to share his knowledge of investing with the general public in a book titled Jim Cramer’s Real Money: Sane Investing... 

Lending Club Review – Peer to Peer Lending, a Solid Investment and Borrowing Alternative Lending Club Review – Peer to Peer Lending, a Solid Investment and Borrowing Alternative
January 14, 2010 - 17 Comments

After the stock market crashed at the end of 2008, many people, including younger generations became very skeptical of the stock market and what it had to offer as a legitimate place... 

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