Saving Green: Paperwork
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Jun 09, 2008 - The average American family throws away about a ton of paper every year. So if you can figure out a way to put less paper in your trash, you could figure out a way to put more of it in your wallet.
Hiring the Homeless
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Jun 09, 2008 - This hotel kitchen had a tough time finding employees. Until they started looking out their back door. Literally.
Great Jobs Without A College Degree
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Jun 02, 2008 - Do you have to get a college diploma to land a high paying job? Not necessarily. Making money without a college degree isn't impossible.
Think You Know Insurance?
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Jul 13, 2009 - Most of us understand the basics of insurance. But like life, insurance can be complicated. So it pays to know exactly what's covered and what isn't.
One Day Soon Your Cell Phone May Replace Your Credit Card
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Aug 24, 2010 - Europe has it. So does Asia. So why is America last when it comes to using your cell phone as a credit card?
5 Tips for Paperless Finances
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Mar 02, 2010 - Going digital by scanning the papers you need to keep and tossing the ones you don't will help clean out your filing cabinet and stay better organized in the future.
Free Unlimited Calling: Make Google Voice One of Your Five
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Jan 26, 2010 - Thanks to Google Voice, you can now get free unlimited calling on your cell phone without paying for a costly unlimited plan.
3 Tips for Lower Lawyer Bills
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Nov 13, 2009 - You may need a lawyer, but you don't need to pay a lot.
3 Ways to Ban Spam and Stop Junk
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Oct 30, 2009 - Easily stop annoying spam and junk mail with these three tips.
LaidOffCamp, Networking The Unemployed
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Jul 09, 2009 - Looking for work? Go to camp! LaidOffCamp that is. It's a camp for the unemployed, where the laid off look for work, connections, ideas, and maybe a little hope.
3 Reasons to Try Temporary Work
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Mar 18, 2009 - With the national unemployment rate over 7% and rising, finding work can be a full-time job. But there's more than one path to a new job. Here are the pros and cons of temp jobs.
What To Do If You’ve Been Laid Off
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Feb 07, 2009 - With the national unemployment rate above 7% and expected to rise, more and more Americans are finding themselves out of work. And whether you become one of them or not, it certainly pays to have a plan if it happens to you.
Trend: The 4 Day Work Week
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Nov 25, 2008 - With rising gas prices and requests for Americans to use less energy, more companies, governments and schools are switching to (or at least testing) a four-day work week. Experts say it can help businesses cut their budget, increase energy efficiency, and even help reduce overtime, sick time and turnover.
4 Places for Free Job Training
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Oct 02, 2009 - Unemployment is now the highest since June, 1983. Now, more than ever, Americans need as many tools as possible to land a new job. If you're out of work, you're certainly not alone. But now might be a good time to enhance your future career choices by getting job training. And depending on your situation, you might find it free.
How To Ask For A Raise
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Aug 20, 2009 - Now is a great time to ask for a raise... If you know how.
3 Tips to Build a Better Resume
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Jun 30, 2009 - Building a better resume begins with these three tips from a resume expert.
Social Networking vs. Your Privacy
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Apr 29, 2009 - We've all done it... Click the 'I Agree' button to accept the user agreement without reading it first. But when it comes to some social networking sites, that's something you may regret.
Part Time Better Than No Time
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Apr 10, 2009 - We've all heard the staggering figures: 11.5 MILLION people are currently out of a job. If you're one of them, here's something to consider... a part-time career.
How To Get A Live Person On The Phone
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Mar 20, 2009 - Isn't it odd that companies that presumably want your business give you the runaround when you call them on the phone? But you know, you can fight back. You name the company, we'll tell you how to get a human on the phone... instantly.
Ask Stacy: 8 Tips to Get Credit When You Don’t Have Any
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Dec 31, 2010 - This young reader wants to know how to deal with a common credit conundrum: How are you supposed to build a credit history when you keep getting turned down for lack of a credit history?
7 Things a Credit Card Can Do That a Debit Card Can’t
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Oct 12, 2010 - Credit cards have become an easy target for Congressional grandstanding and regulations, but beneath the widely criticized rates and fees lie many good benefits that are usually hidden in the fine print.
Ask Stacy: Should I Apply for a Credit Card to Get a Store Discount?
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Oct 08, 2010 - This reader wants to know if applying for a credit card to get a store discount is a good idea. The answer? That depends. There are 3 reasons you shouldn't apply for store credit cards - and 3 you should.
10 Top Tips For Free Identity Theft Prevention
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Oct 07, 2010 - Identity theft is on the rise, and so are the price tags for services that protect you from it. But expensive services rarely offer any protection that you can't achieve yourself for free.
Consumer Tips for Automated Banking
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Oct 05, 2010 - Last month Chase's online banking was down for a few days - if that happens with your bank, what about your automatic bill payments? Proper protocol for online banking...
8 Reasons You Should Love Credit Cards
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Aug 05, 2010 - Paper or plastic? That used to be what the cashier asked when bagging your groceries. These days the same question could apply about paper money vs credit cards. Here are eight reasons why plastic is the right answer.
Smart Uses for Credit Cards
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Sep 17, 2008 - There are a few situations where using your credit card has some distinct advantages over paying with cash.
What You Need to Know About New Overdraft Rules
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Jul 07, 2010 - If you have a checking account, you now have a choice to make about overdraft protection. Read this, then decide.
Traveling Overseas? Pack the Proper Plastic
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Apr 21, 2010 - When it comes to fees, there are some cards you'd really rather leave home without. Here's a look at some of the best... and worst... cards for international travel.
The True Cost of Bad Credit
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Jan 25, 2010 - Find out how many points your credit score will drop if you make one of these common mistakes.
Hate Your Bank? 3 Steps to Ditch ‘Em
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Dec 04, 2009 - There are still places you can get free checking with lower fees. And switching doesn't have to be a hassle.
Borrowing Without Bankers
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Sep 10, 2009 - Websites like Prosper.com allow you to skip the bank and get a loan from an individual willing to lend.
Facing Foreclosure? Turn The Tables On Your Bank
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Jul 20, 2009 - With more and more homeowners falling behind on their mortgages, many are seeking help in unconventional ways.
How Much Is A Trillion Dollars?
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Jun 11, 2009 - Just how much is a trillion dollars? A lot more than you think it is.
Better Budgeting With The Web
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Mar 17, 2009 - While battling the family budget is nothing new, there are new weapons out there that can help you win the war. Can free technology make you a budget winner?
Checking Out Tax Professionals
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Feb 26, 2009 - If you'll be getting help with your taxes this year, you probably want to make sure its the best help around. Here's a few tips to make sure your choice for a paid tax professional adds up.
3 Ways To Improve Any Credit Score
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Feb 11, 2009 - Trying to increase your credit score? Here are the 3 best ways to improve any credit score.
Why Your Credit Score May Drop Soon
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Jan 30, 2009 - New banking decisions in the midst of a recession mean even responsible borrows may see their credit scores drop.
How To: Save More Money
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Jan 19, 2009 - Trying to save more money this year? We asked a professional credit counselor for the best advice to save more money.
Avoiding Overdraft Fees
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Oct 13, 2008 - It's hard to live without a checking account. But it's also hard to live with the fees you can rack up if you overdraw it.
How to Screw Up Your Savings
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Jul 09, 2008 - If you've got a retirement plan at work, stocks, mutual funds or other types of investments, you're already well on your way to savings-land. But, there are 5 common mistakes that will quickly steer you off track, definitely cost you money and potentially screw up your savings for good.
Formalizing Family Loans
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Jun 25, 2008 - There are few people who haven't considered a loan from a family member. But before you tread this potentially perilous path, consider getting some outside help.
How To Save More Money
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Jun 25, 2008 - You know you made yourself a promise to to do better both physically and financially this year. Well, we've got some tips to beef up that bank account.
Super-Secret Budgeting Tips
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Jun 25, 2008 - Among the most common New Years resolutions is to sticking to a budget. If that sounds familiar, you'll appreciate this expert guidance on tracking the family finances.
Negotiating With Your Lender
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May 13, 2008 - Knowing how to negotiate with your lender can save you tons of money.
Is Your Bank Safe?
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Oct 01, 2008 - The FDIC just released a list of more than a hundred troubled banks. Is yours one of them? More importantly... should you care?
Outsourcing Your Errands
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Sep 26, 2008 - We all have to do things we don’t like… they’re called chores. But what if you could take those errands and send them off to India? It may sound far-fetched, but it’s actually happening. Companies like GetFriday and AskSunday allow you to hire an overseas personal assistant, typically for around $12 an hour, who will be [...]
Automatic Bill Pay: Good Idea?
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Jun 25, 2008 - Paying your bills online not only saves money, but trees, water and all kinds of other resources as well. But are they a good idea?
Stacy Comments on the Crisis
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Oct 02, 2008 - I wanted to take this opportunity to say a few words about the situation we're in, how we got here, what's likely to happen in the days ahead and what you should be doing to protect your family's finances.
Should You Incorporate?
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Aug 04, 2008 - Most small business owners will face this question at sometime in their careers: Should I incorporate? If so, do I use a lawyer or a web site? INC or LLC? What, exactly, are the benefits to incorporating
Incorporating Your Small Business
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Aug 06, 2008 - If you own a small business, you've probably considered becoming a corporation. It can be a big expense, especially if you go to a lawyer. But, by doing it yourself, you can save the legal bills.
3 Tips for the Web Marketing Newbie
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Aug 27, 2008 - If you own a small business, you know that the internet can mean the difference between profit and loss. So it pays to make sure that the online part of your business is as good as possible. We found one Internet marketing guru with some simple tips to effectively market your web site onlin
4 Ways to Make Money Online, Legitimately
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Feb 07, 2009 - With unemployment skyrocketing, more and more people are looking for extra income... or just looking to get by. Does working from home on the Internet hold the answer?
Multi-Level Marketing?
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Jun 12, 2008 - From Amway to Avon, millions of Americans have made it with multi-level marketing. Should you be one of them?
Canine Cash: 5 Ways to Make Money With 4-Legged Friends
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Aug 27, 2010 - A pet project can fetch extra cash, or even lead you to a new career. Just ask dog walkers, pooper scoopers, and pet groomers – some make six figures.
Five Steps to Turn Your Hobby Into a Business
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Apr 23, 2010 - Turning a hobby into a business that can support you and your family may not be the easiest thing you'll ever do, but it could be the most rewarding. Here are five steps that often separate those who succeed from those who don't.
Should You Start A Franchise?
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Apr 15, 2009 - While so many people are looking for new ways to find a job and make money, some are going into business for themselves with the help provided by franchising
5 Things to Know Before Franchising – and the Top 5 Franchises to Buy
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Mar 04, 2011 - Do you have what it takes to buy and run a franchise? Here's a list of the most popular franchises and some words of wisdom from someone who owns 11 stores of the nation's top-ranked.
The 5 Best Companies for Customer Service
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May 17, 2010 - Whether you own a business or work at one, customer service is crucial for success. The best in customer service and what we can all learn.
4 New Ways To Bring Customers to Your Small Business
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May 11, 2010 - New technology start ups, like Foursquare, can help your small business bring in customers, provided you know how to use them.
