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Maryalene LaPonsie

7 Ways to Feel Happier Right Now

on January 26, 2016

Antidotes for everyday blues and rotten, crabby moods, frustration and irritation.

15 Simple Ways to Burn Calories Without the Gym

on January 15, 2016

Stop! Before you sign up for that gym membership, check out these free ways to build muscle and burn fat.

Tax Hacks 2016: Avoid These Tax-Related Scams

on January 14, 2016

In some cases, people try to scam you. In other instances, you try get away with fooling the government. Avoid either situation, or you will likely end up the loser.

Tax Hacks 2016: How to Avoid an Audit

on January 24, 2017

Before you send in your tax return, double check that you haven’t made one of these mistakes that could trigger IRS scrutiny.

Tax Hacks 2016: The Best Tax Apps

on January 14, 2016

Smartphone users rejoice! There are plenty of apps that make preparing your tax return a little more bearable.

Wall Street vs. Main Street: Who Got It Right in 2015?

on January 6, 2016

Looking back, who had the most accurate predictions for the 2015 economy? Here’s how the man on the street stacked up against the Wall Street suits.

Tax Hacks 2016: Don’t Overlook These 8 Deductions and Credits

on January 12, 2016

Buried in the massive document that makes up the U.S. tax code are myriad ways to shrink your tax bill. Here are eight big ones that many people don’t realize they can claim.

7 New Year’s Resolutions No Mom Should Make (and 7 Better Options)

on December 28, 2015

Moms are setting themselves up for failure if they decide to make one of these their New Year’s resolution.

5 Gift Ideas When Cost Is No Object

on December 24, 2015

Some extravagant ways to show you really care, including a gold-plated, diamond-encrusted game console and a limited edition watch that totally trumps last year’s Rolex.

Get Free Car Repairs With Secret Warranties

on December 23, 2015

Car manufacturers frequently offer warranties almost no one knows about that can save you thousands of dollars.

How to Keep the Holidays From Making You Furious

on December 11, 2015

It’s tough to hang onto the holiday spirit sometimes — as a recent survey shows. Here are some strategies for warding off six common reasons for seasonal rage.

Ways to Play (and Win!) the Credit Card Rewards Game

on November 20, 2015

People cash in big time on credit card rewards, and you can too. Find out how to do it.

5 Reasons You’ll Never Get Out of Debt

on November 19, 2015

If you can’t break free of these five fatal flaws, you’ll likely be drowning in credit card debt until the day you die.

Open Enrollment at Work: 5 Easy Steps to the Best Benefits for You

on November 18, 2015

It’s tempting to simply hit the “renew” button on company insurance and other benefits. But it’s worth the time and money to go through these steps.

9 Sites (You Haven’t Heard of) for Selling Your Stuff Online

on November 5, 2015

Tired of eBay and Craigslist? Here are some new options that may make more sense for your goods.

7 Apps to Get Paperwork Off Your Desk and Into the Cloud

on October 23, 2015

Today’s scanning apps not only cut clutter but also make it easy to find what you want, when you want. (There’s even a good solution for Blackberry users!)

6 Football Strategies You Can Use to Retire Rich

on October 20, 2015

On any given weekend, your favorite team is using these six principles to win on the field. You can use the same strategies to save for retirement.

5 Affordable Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii

on October 20, 2015

Offering a different vibe and fewer tourists than Oahu and Maui, there’s no shortage of cheap things to do on Hawaii’s Big Island.

Obamacare Open Enrollment Is Coming: 5 Things You Need to Know

on October 14, 2015

If you weren’t happy with the health insurance you’ve had this year, you’ll soon have a chance to go shopping for a new plan.

Honolulu Bound? 6 Awesome Things to Do (5 of Them for Cheap)

on October 5, 2015

Here’s what a mom and her five kids did on a trip to Oahu to have fun but not break the bank.

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