Life or Debt: The Money Talks Blog

The Best Flavored Water – and How to Make Your Own
Posted on 22. Sep, 2011 by Lauren Issaeff.
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Sep 22 - Flavored water is all the rage – and that means deals are hard to find. So why not flavor your own?

How to Find the Right Gym or Get Fit on Your Own
Posted on 19. Sep, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Sep 19 - Trying to make exercise part of your daily routine? A gym may not be the answer, but if it is, find one that's a good "fit."

10 Painless Ways to Save $1,000
Posted on 05. Sep, 2011 by Stacy Johnson.
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Sep 05 - Whether you're in debt, making big plans, or just want a better quality of life, saving is essential. But going on a "dollar diet" won't work. Here are 10 ways to gain without pain.

How to Find Free, Sticky Money
Posted on 30. Aug, 2011 by Donna Freedman.
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Aug 30 - You know those coin-counting change machines in your local supermarket? I make money from them.

9 Best Ways to Get Free Stuff
Posted on 12. Aug, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Aug 12 - Everybody loves free stuff, but few spend the time hunting for it – time is money too. Save both by learning to find great freebies without much work.

Saving Green by Growing Your Own Vegetables
Posted on 29. Jul, 2011 by Ross Boissoneau.
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Jul 29 - Money doesn't grow on trees, but you can save a lot of it by growing your own veggies. Here's a quick overview on how to garden even if you don't have a green thumb.

13 Tips for a Super Yard Sale
Posted on 20. Jun, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Jun 20 - A yard sale is just clearing your clutter, right? Wrong. It's an opportunity to become a master of marketing and merchandising. Use these tips to make more money with less sweat.

How to Make Dishwasher Detergent (And More)
Posted on 08. Jun, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Jun 08 - Wondering how to make dishwasher detergent? Good news, it's really simple – and cheap – to brew your own detergents.

5 Better Ideas Than Skipping a Loan Payment
Posted on 27. Apr, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Apr 27 - Maybe you've gotten an offer from your lender: Pay a small fee, skip a monthly payment. It may sound enticing, but you should always pay if you can. Here's a better idea.

Ask Stacy: Should I Borrow $80,000 or Forget Art School?
Posted on 26. Apr, 2011 by Stacy Johnson.
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Apr 26 - This high-school senior is confronted with a choice: lose out on the opportunity to attend a prestigious college, or borrow 80 grand. But are those really the only options?

How to Steal a House – 4 Steps to Buying an REO
Posted on 08. Apr, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Apr 08 - Money Talks visits a city where houses that used to cost $250,000 are now selling for $70,000. But if you want a bargain, forget the home-buying process you learned from your parents.

It’s “America Saves” Week: Our 10 Favorite Savings Posts
Posted on 24. Feb, 2011 by Michael Koretzky.
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Feb 24 - Welcome to America Saves Week 2011. Are you doing your part by setting some money aside? If not, here's some help.

The Vet or the Net? How to Save on Your Pet’s Health
Posted on 02. Feb, 2011 by Lisa Lucas.
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Feb 02 - Taking your pets to the veterinarian is both crucial and costly. Here's how to save some cash without risking your pet's life.

The 10 Golden Rules of Saving on Everything
Posted on 28. Jan, 2011 by Brandon Ballenger.
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Jan 28 - You resolved to save more this year, but it's just not happening. Take heart - it's still early in the year. Use these tips and you're guaranteed to spend less on the things you want.

Take Five – A Roundup of Reads from Around the Web
Posted on 27. Jan, 2011 by Stacy Johnson.
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Jan 27 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week? Networking Techniques, Easy Home Improvements, Measured Savings, Advantages of Taking Longer to Graduate, and Investing vs Gambling...