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6 Alternatives to Expensive Household Cleaners
Laundry detergent, dish soap, bleach, furniture polish, disinfectant: how many different cleaning products do we really need? Save space and money with these tips for homemade cleaners.
How Countrywide Profited on Foreclosures
If you don’t understand why so many on Main Street are so angry at Wall Street, check out this story.
3 Things You Don’t Know About Hand Sanitizers, 3 Tips to Buy It Right
Some hand sanitizers are only 40 percent effective, and last for as little as two minutes – yet Americans spend $117 million dollars on them every year.
Credit Card Debt and Accounts Still Declining
While the number of credit cards being issued continues to drop, so does the amount of debt those dwindling cardholders continue to carry.
Monday’s Money Deals: Appliances, Jackets and Free Soda
This is the week to buy a new washer, dryer, or fridge, thanks to great deals at Home Depot. And every day is a good day for a free coffee at 7-Eleven.
Next Bank Scandal? Forced-Place Homeowners Insurance
Imagine how you’d feel if your mortgage lender bought one year’s worth of homeowners insurance on your home – then billed you $33,000?
5 Tips to Win the Rebate Game
Why do so many holiday deals come with rebates? Because most shoppers forget to redeem them – which is free money for the business issuing those rebates. Here’s how to stick to it the man(ufacturer).
Ask Stacy: Why Can’t I Get My Free Credit Report?
A certain number of people will believe whatever you say on TV, providing you say it often enough. Example? “FreeCreditReport.com”
Online Holiday Shopping: 5 Pitfalls
Doing your holiday shopping online can save you time, money, and hassle. But if you don’t know what to look out for, it can also do the opposite.
White Pages Following Rotary Phones Into History
Want to build a low-cost memorabilia collection? Here’s an idea: collect the white pages from the states where they’re no longer required to be distributed.
How NOT to Sell a Timeshare – Pay Money Up Front
If you’re trying to sell a timeshare, being asked to pay money up front should raise red flags. Don’t do it – ever.
How to Save Gas Money This Holiday Season
Good thing Santa’s sleigh doesn’t run on unleaded, because the price of gasoline is going up for the holidays. Here’s how you can be a fuel-sipping Scrooge.
Think Your Job Has Perks? Not Compared to These
Part of Occidental Petroleum CEO Ray Irani’s $31.4 million dollar compensation package includes $391,000 for personal tax preparation and financial planning. I don’t remember what I spent on those things last year, but I think it was less than that.
Feds: Trashing an Employer on Facebook is Protected Speech
A woman working for a Connecticut ambulance company was fired after trashing her boss on Facebook. Not so fast, says the National Labor Relations Board.
More People Dropping Cable, Picking Up Internet
More and more people are ditching their expensive cable package for cheap and free alternatives to watch their favorite shows. You can, too.
3 Dumb Ways to Pick a Smartphone
Smartphones aren’t smart for everybody, and picking the wrong one is all too easy — and expensive. Here are some tips to avoid making a stupid purchase you’ll regret.
Beware This Low-Tech ATM Scam
You’d think that with today’s heightened high-tech security, ripping off devices as sophisticated as an ATM would take a doctorate in computer science from MIT. Turns out all it takes is a wad of napkins.
10 Places to Find Cheap Antioxidants
Antioxidants are a case of marketing gone wild, but you and your wallet can stay healthy without paying for “fortified” foods or expensive supplements.
Free Inflight Wi-Fi for the Holidays
If you’re traveling on AirTran, Delta or Virgin America flights this holiday season, you’re in luck: free Wi-Fi awaits.
Monday’s Money Deals: Free Food, Free Coffee
This week vets can get a free meal and everybody can get free coffee. There are also great deals on chocolate, women’s underwear, board games and office supplies.
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