Budgeting

Car Odometer May Be Robbing You


Is your odometer costing you money? It sounds bizarre, but a recent lawsuit settlement has revealed that all odometers are not created equal.

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2008 Gift Card Study


Gift cards can be a holiday cure-all. But which retailers offer good deals on gift cards, and which will hamstring the card recipient.

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Turbocharge Your Savings


In tough economic times like these, you need sound strategies to safeguard your financial future. These common-sense tips will help you maximize your savings.

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It doesn’t make me feel any better, but I discovered the other day that the $8,000 I owe in total on three different credit cards puts me in good company -- I am the typical American.  Any thoughts about how to reduce my debt?

Bill, White Plains, N.Y.

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When you find yourself in a hole, the first rule is this: Stop digging. And you can do that in four maybe-not-so-easy-but-absolutely-necessary ... Read More...

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The King of Hypermiling

Posted November 21, 2008 3:25 PM

CNN's Miles O'Brien visits the reigning king of hypermiling to learn how to maximize every gallon of gas. Some of these techniques aren't for the light-hearted, but they're sure to save you some money.

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7 Psychological Money Traps

Posted October 22, 2008 9:34 AM
Does your brain trick you into bad money moves? You can outsmart yourself if you recognize these traps. Read more...

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10 Ways to Save on Health Care Costs

Posted October 29, 2008 9:15 AM
As health care consumers endure higher deductibles and reduced insurance benefits, it is becoming more important to understand and even negotiate prices before receiving medical treatment. Here are 10 ways to do just that. Read more...

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Going Green and Saving Money

Posted June 23, 2008 2:21 PM

ThirdAgers talk about how to save money and the environment at the same time. People sometimes equate green with premium prices. But there are strategies to saving money that save on resources at the same time. ThirdAgers share their thoughts.

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Volunteer Vacation

Started by CMartin on July 30, 2008 12:31 PM

I'm thinking about booking a vacation for next year and was thinking about going on a volunteer-based vaca. Has anyone done one of those? Was it worthwhile? Or would I be better off serving my own community and going on a traditional vacation?

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