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5 Tips to Protect Your Identity Online
Most people know at least a little about using firewall and anti-virus software to guard against incoming web attacks. But what about protecting all the information you’re sending out? Here are 5 tips to make sure you’re safe both ways.
10 Tips to Find Long-Term Care Insurance
With the economy in the tank, most us are too focused on our short-term goals to think about long-term care. But the sooner you do, the more you’ll save.
5 Tips to Find the Right Debt Relief Agency
If you’re not careful, some debt relief agencies will just cause you more grief. Before you sign up, get the low down.
How to Land a Seasonal Job – and Make It Permanent
It’s the holiday season, and employers have too many customers and orders to handle. That’s where you come in, and — if you prove yourself — where you just might stay.
How to Avoid Headaches from Debit Card Holds
Your debit card can cost you money if you don’t get a handle on “holds.”
5 REAL Tips for Working from Home
During this stubborn recession, more and more folks are being forced to work at home, and more and more websites are doling out ridiculous advice about how to do it. I’ve been working from home for 13 years – here are 5 important things I’ve never seen online.
Monday’s Money Deals: Office Supplies, Home Decor, and Free Underwear
Stock up on printing paper and bottled water for cheap, then get underwear and perfume samples for free with this week’s deals.
Is the Cost of College Worth It?
Before you fork over tuition, consider how effective the college you’re attending is at graduating its students, whether community college is a better fit, or if a degree even matters to your future.
Four Reasons You Should Give Your Health Insurance a Checkup – Stat
If you’ve got an individual health insurance policy that was issued before March 23, 2010, it’s probably time to shop for a new one. Because new provisions of the health care reform law could help you save hundreds on medical bills.
Foreclosure Mess: More Shoes to Drop?
Robo-signers attesting to foreclosure lawsuits they haven’t read is a serious problem. But that could be the tip of a very big iceberg.
Ask Stacy: Should I Shun Stocks and Buy Bonds?
Having no money in these volatile economic times is stressful – but so is having some money and not knowing where to invest it.
Under Fire: Mixing Credit Reports With Hiring Decisions
Employers are increasingly turning to credit scores to help screen applicants who may be unreliable or a risk of theft. But many states are questioning using credit scores to judge someone’s job qualifications.
Toothbrushes and Toilet Paper – from Amazon.com?
You can shop for groceries and toiletries online – and, believe it or not, pay less than you would from local grocery and drug stores.
Tired Robo-Signers Let Other People Sign Their Names
Feel sorry for the poor robo-signer who had to sign 1,000 foreclosure files a day? Then here’s some good news: allegations are now surfacing that at least one robo-signer got help from co-workers.
The Mother of All Foreclosure Mistakes
Imagine standing in your front yard and watching as a car pulls up. A stranger gets out, walks up to you, verifies your identity, then serves you with foreclosure papers. Now imagine that you’ve never missed a mortgage payment in your life.
3 Things You’d Better Know Before You Live Together
About to take the next step and move in with your partner? Here’s some advice on how to merge your money – ignore it at your peril.
High-Tech Saving Websites: Not Ready for Prime Time
The next generation of money-saving websites is here, and they’ve got neat tricks – when they work.
Cash-Back Credit Cards Have Loopholes
The holidays are almost here, but the cash-back credit card offers have already arrived. Be careful, though, or you could end up with a Grinch of a deal. Here’s what to look for – and look out for.
Big Banks Use Back Taxes to Seize Homes
Buying property by investing in back taxes has been around for a long time. But should big banks and hedge funds be allowed to use this method to separate homeowners from their homes?
The Foreclosure Freeze – What It Means and Why It Matters
You’ve seen the headlines about banks stopping foreclosures – but if you haven’t yet realized the implications for every American, this is a story you don’t want to miss.
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