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4 Ways to Cut Your Phone Bill

Looking to rein in expenses? You may find a few extra nickels and dimes in an unexpected place -- your phone bill.

Is the 99 Cent Store a Bargain?

One intrepid consumer reporter found that not everything is cheaper at this bargain-hunter's mecca.

Sources for Tips on Frugal Living

It never hurts to review the basics, and when you're ready for more lessons in frugality, there's a wealth of other websites that can help.

Q&A From Our Experts

Today's Expert: PaulBBrown

Everyone who gives financial advice says the first thing I need to do is create a budget. Is that really true?
Katie, Columbus Ohio

To your very simple question, I offer a very simple answer: Maybe you do, maybe you don’t. Let us explain. Yes, you need some kind of ... Read More...

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7 Ways to Save Money on Gas

Posted October 2, 2008 1:31 PM

Even if you don't know how to change your oil and you have no plans to buy a hybrid, there are very simple things you can do to save money on gas. Tip No. 4: The highway is not a tryout for NASCAR.

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14 Useless Insurance Policies

Posted September 28, 2008 9:04 PM

Some insurance coverage is absolutely necessary. Think life, home and health. But single-purpose coverage are impractical or downright wasteful. Read more...

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Are You Keeping Up With Inflation?

Posted September 25, 2008 5:15 PM

Don't rely on the government to tell you what the inflation rate is, or even whether you are keeping pace with rising prices. Do you own analysis using these tools described here. Read more...

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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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Discussion Boards

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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