Archive for December, 2009

Making Money with Mobile

Making Money with Mobile

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Dec 31 - Wouldn't you have liked to invest in Google back when it was still based out of a garage? Well... there's a relatively new technology that just might be the next big thing.

The End of Free Checking?

The End of Free Checking?

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Dec 30 - While new regulations may mean the end of your bank's free checking accounts, there are still ways to get free checking.

Cheapest Overnight Shipping: 2009

Cheapest Overnight Shipping: 2009

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Dec 23 - In our yearly review of the three most popular shipping services, USPS, UPS and FedEx, we take a look at who has the cheapest overnight shipping.

3 Ways to Avoid Lines at the Post Office

3 Ways to Avoid Lines at the Post Office

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Dec 22 - Waiting at the Post Office is one holiday tradition we could all live without. Fortunately, there are things you can do to avoid the hassle of those notoriously slow lines.

Way to Save #155: Breast-feed

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Dec 20 - Keep abreast of the cost of formula. You can spend $1,500 a year on formula. Breastfeeding is free and according to many, healthier too.

Way to Save #154: Consign Baby Clothes

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Dec 19 - Rent your baby clothes and supplies. Well, not actually rent perhaps, but practically. Buy your baby clothes, crib, stroller toys and other things at up to 75% off by shopping at consignment stores. When your baby outgrows them, consign them yourself and make part of your money back. You can even consign online: try www.kindercloset.com.

Charities: 4 Things to Know Before Donating

Charities: 4 Things to Know Before Donating

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Dec 18 - The most important part of donating to a charity? Making sure your donation gets to the right place.

Way to Save #153: Homemade Baby Food

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Dec 18 - Make your own baby food. There are plenty of free recipes online and in library books for food that is better than name brand because it won’t have as much salt, sugar and preservatives. It’s also infinitely cheaper.

2009: A Turbulent Year for Credit Card Issuers and Cardholders

2009: A Turbulent Year for Credit Card Issuers and Cardholders

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Dec 17 - This past year has been one of the most turbulent years in the history of the credit card industry for both issuers and cardholders.

Way to Save #152: Dump Disposable Diapers

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Dec 17 - Washing your own diapers can save you a couple of hundred dollars in a year and your landfill will be happier too!