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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a review on their blog

The Week in Review: Funny Money Stories

Here are some interesting and amusing developments from the past week that aren’t exactly news but might make you smile. Similar stories ...

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Free Money Finance posted a tip on their blog

How to Decide Which Tax Preparation Method is Best for You

Here's a comment a reader recently left on my post titled Why I Use a CPA to Do My Taxes. It addresses the topic of how to de... Similar stories ...

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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a news story on their blog

Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web

A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: Homer Simpson's business adv... Similar stories ...

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The Dough Roller posted a review on their blog

TurboTax 2011 Review

With tax season right around the corner, it’s a good time to review the #1 most popular tax software on the market&#821... Similar stories ...

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My Money Blog posted a news story on their blog

0% APR Balance Transfer Promotion Updates

If you’ve been thinking about a 0% balance transfer, here is some news that may help you make your decisions. This is... Similar stories ...

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My Wealth Builder posted a news story on their blog

Focusing on Leveraging Strengths

When I was working full time, part of every performance review had a section on improvement areas, the weaknesses that needed... Similar stories ...

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Neville Medhora posted a video on their blog

The course course course course thingy

The latest AppSumo course I released was thought of by vote. We ghetto-tested which possible courses I should make…and ... Similar stories ...

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MintLife posted a news story on their blog

Betting on the Bowl: How Much is Wagered on the Big Game?

Super Bowl gambling isn’t just limited to innocent wagers amongst friends. In fact, the amount wagered on the Super Bow... Similar stories ...

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The Digerati Life posted a news story on their blog

Want To Be Your Own Boss? Steps To Take Before Going Solo

Be proactive before you make the switch to full time entrepreneurship. It’s a statement often dished out and applied to... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Weekly Wrap: The Low Rate Environment Takes its Toll

This week’s big news for the banking industry was the beginning of the Federal Reserve’s experiment in transparen... Similar stories ...

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Darwin's Finance posted a news story on their blog

FACEBOOK IPO: They Missed The Boat. I’ll Pass

Friday, news broke that Facebook was preparing to file papers for an IPO possibly as early as next Wednesday. While just abo... Similar stories ...

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Lazy Man and Money posted a news story on their blog

Goodbye Bank of America, Hello USAA

If the title wasn't exactly clear, I'm changing my banks. This post is actually quite a bit overdue. I had been gradually d... Similar stories ...

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MintLife posted a news story on their blog

5 Money Lessons We Can Learn From Grandma and Grandpa

They’ve lived through the Great Depression, raised kids from diapers all the way through adulthood, worked for decades, bough... Similar stories ...

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The Simple Dollar posted a news story on their blog

Set Your Refrigerator to the Warmest Setting (26/365)

Let’s cut straight to the chase. The sweet spot for any refrigerator is between 39 and 40 F. This is the temperature ... Similar stories ...

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The Dough Roller posted a review on their blog

American Express Credit Cards Review

Founded all the way back in 1850 (even before Dough Roller was born!), American Express has spent the better part of 160 year... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Wag the Bank? New Bank Concept Targets Dog Lovers

What’s the quickest way to a customer’s heart? Cater to their dog. One man is attempting to win over customer loy... Similar stories ...

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Free Money Finance posted a news story on their blog

Attention Financial Bloggers: Free Promotion for Your Top Posts in the FMF March Money Madness Tournament

Yes, it's that time of year again -- Free Money Finance March Money Madness is upon us!For those of you who don't know what I... Similar stories ...

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Money Crashers posted a news story on their blog

5 Warning Signs of Unhealthy Crash Dieting & Eating Disorders

You’ve probably heard it before: A friend or family member loses weight by going on a crash diet, detoxing, or eating t... Similar stories ...

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Cash Money Life posted a news story on their blog

Volunteer Opportunities That Teach Valuable Skills

This article was originally published on Cash Money Life at Volunteer Opportunities That Teach Valuable Skills.In 2003, I bec... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Travel On These Dates For The Cheapest Deals

Finding the best travel deal takes a combination of luck and skill. Some stumble on the perfect tickets to exactly where they... Similar stories ...

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Today's economy blog posted a news story on their blog

Bubbles, retirement system change and George Lucas

The BrighterLife.ca weekly roundup of recommended reads about money, health, family, working life and retirement: Money The ... Similar stories ...

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Bible Money Matters posted a news story on their blog

8 Important Bible Verses About Money For Christians

A while back I published a post on this site that gave hundreds of bible verses about money. The verses were all in some way... Similar stories ...

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Steadfast Finances posted a news story on their blog

Why Homebuyers Should Be Thankful About Paying Large Closing Costs

An under-reported study conducted by the St. Louis Fed reveals a very different narrative with regards to the causes of the r... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

No Balance Transfer Fee Offers Reappear But Hard to Exploit

A few years ago, there were plenty of avid savers who took advantage of credit card offers — that didn’t charge balance trans... Similar stories ...

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Good Financial Cents posted a video on their blog

Fee Only Vs. Fee Based Financial Advisor – What the heck is the difference?

Potato, potahto. Tomato, tomahto. Fee Only Vs. Fee Based. The same difference, right?Not quite.If you’ve ever interview... Similar stories ...

Zoom Play Fee Only Vs. Fee Based Financial Planner/Advisor (GoodFinancialCents.com)

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

If Only U.S. Banks Celebrated Milestones By Forgiving Minor Debts

In Paris, a bank that has been in business since long before the French Revolution, Credit Municipal de Paris, celebrated its... Similar stories ...

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Generation X Finance posted a news story on their blog

Saving For a Down Payment on a House

The shakeup in the housing market over the past several years has brought the need and advantages of a down payment when buyi... Similar stories ...

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Fair Loan Rate! posted a news story on their blog

Get Relieved of your Debts – Consolidebt LLC

It is one of the best debt consolidation firms of America. They have a vast experience on arbitration with creditors and lend... Similar stories ...

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My Dollar Plan posted a news story on their blog

American Express Delta 30,000 Mile Sign Up Bonus

Here’s another great Free Money Friday offer for any big travelers. American Express and Delta are offering a sign-up b... Similar stories ...

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Monevator posted a news story on their blog

The case for Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust

Important: This article is not a recommendation to buy or sell shares in Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust. I am a private in... Similar stories ...

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Sweating The Big Stuff posted a news story on their blog

Best of the Rest: Back to School Edition

Lauren recently got into graduate school, so she’s been enjoying the last few weeks of freedom before having to go back... Similar stories ...

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Money Crashers posted a news story on their blog

What Is the CoreScore – New Credit Report From CoreLogic

In the world of consumer credit scoring, there’s always something new, more “accurate,” and even more intru... Similar stories ...

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Fiscal Fizzle posted a news story on their blog

Frequently Asked Questions About Baby Expenses

We have two plus years of baby care and the expenses that come with it now under our belt. At the same time, a lot of our fri... Similar stories ...

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MintLife posted a news story on their blog

Renting Vs. Buying

It’s not always easy to tell what’s best to do — renting or buying a home. We tend to assume that buying is... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Despite Raising Fees, Banks Still Lost $3.6B In Overdraft Penalties

According to Moebs $ervices, banks made only $29.5 billion in overdraft fees last year. That’s down $3.6 billion from 2... Similar stories ...

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The Oblivious Investor posted a news story on their blog

Investing Blog Roundup: Common Sense Investing

As you might have guessed based on the fact that I don’t make video posts, I learn better by reading about a topic than... Similar stories ...

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A Rich Life posted a news story on their blog

Balance Junkie Column #1 — The Gene Mauch Rule for Investing Success

I will be writing a monthly column on the dangers of Buy-and-Hold and on our need to move on as a society to promotion of the... Similar stories ...

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Million Dollar Journey posted a news story on their blog

Last Chance for Newsletter Offer, Lost Decade, Mens Health and More

Remember the Successful Investor Stock Pick Newsletter offer that was supposed to end Jan 15? Due to interest from readers, ... Similar stories ...

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Bargaineering posted a news story on their blog

Your Take: Hard Work or Connections?

The WSJ Wealth Report blog talked about a Pew Research Center study that attempted to find the origins of the conflict betwee... Similar stories ...

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My Money Blog posted a news story on their blog

Savings Bonds vs. Bank Savings Accounts

(In this post, I’m not going to provide all the background information on savings bonds that I normally do. For that,... Similar stories ...

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Political Calculations posted a news story on their blog

How Good Are Earnings Forecasts?

How good are stock market earnings forecasts? Well, if you go by our chart below, which we constructed by sampling data we ... Similar stories ...

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Wise Bread posted a news story on their blog

5 Best Gas Rewards Credit Cards

Americans are having a tough time adjusting to the reality of purchasing gasoline at $3.00 a gallon or more. When possible, ... Similar stories ...

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Wise Bread posted a news story on their blog

A Beginner's Guide to Homemade Bread

I’d venture to say there are very few people who can resist fresh, homemade bread; when I pull a loaf out of the oven, ... Similar stories ...

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Budgets Are Sexy posted a news story on their blog

Would You Rather…

Man, it’s been forever since we last did one of these! Have you been missing them like I have? Remember our last one? ... Similar stories ...

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Get Rich Slowly posted a news story on their blog

Ask the Readers: Basic Financial Frameworks?

One common request from new GRS readers is some sort of central location where they can find a list of introductory articles ... Similar stories ...

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Wise Bread posted a news story on their blog

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save $1 a Day

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some great articles on ways to save $1 a day, family-friendly... Similar stories ...

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Punch Debt In The Face posted a news story on their blog

Let’s be not boring today :)

I was browsing a friend’s Facebook profile yesterday and they shared this image… Since I really don’t want... Similar stories ...

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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a news story on their blog

3 Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster – and One to Avoid

Owning a home offers a sense of freedom and independence. But that's all an illusion until you polish off the mortgage, so he... Similar stories ...

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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a news story on their blog

8 Places to Save on Green Household Products

Going green doesn't have to mean going broke. Here are eight sites that sell eco-friendly household products cheap. Similar stories ...

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Wise Bread posted a news story on their blog

Toxic Laundry: What’s in Your Dryer Sheets and Fabric Softener?

Fabric softeners, dryer sheets, fabric sprays...and now laundry crystals. Most American laundry rooms are beginning to look l... Similar stories ...

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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a news story on their blog

Today’s Deals: Sirloins, Asian food, Pies, and a Free Cappuccino

Including delicious deals at Bertucci's Italian, Chili's, CiCi's Pizza, Denny's, Panda Express, Stir Crazy, Taco John's, and ... Similar stories ...

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Free From Broke posted a review on their blog

TurboTax Online Tax Software 2011 Review

With a new year comes your W2 and other tax forms from the previous year.That means it’s time to get your taxes filed.F... Similar stories ...

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Money Talks with Stacy Johnson posted a news story on their blog

Another Swipe Fee Battle Unfolding

This time, the fight isn't between banks and their overburdened customers. Now the banks are battling retailers. Similar stories ...

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Budgets Are Sexy posted a news story on their blog

Weekly Roundup: Lies, Pennies and Stupid Habits

Happy Friday debt killers! Here’s a handful of my fave reads from around the web this week – got some good ones ... Similar stories ...

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Canadian Finance Blog posted a news story on their blog

Friday Links

This week Rob Carrick wrote a stirring post that asks you to Put Your Financial Knowledge to the Test. Yes, there will be a ... Similar stories ...

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Free Money Finance posted a news story on their blog

Funeral Add-Ons

Even before McDonald's asked, "Would you like fries with that?", American businesses were trying to add on items to the purch... Similar stories ...

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Wealth Pilgrim posted a news story on their blog

5 Ways to Reduce Investment Volatility

If you are an investor, you know how difficult it is to tolerate investment volatility. It’s not unusual to experience day af... Similar stories ...

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My Wealth Builder posted a news story on their blog

Addressing What Our Daughter Doesn't Know

How do you make good decisions? Good judgement. How do you develop good judgement? Experience. How do you get experience?... Similar stories ...

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Saving to Inve$t posted a news story on their blog

How You Can Get a 14% Effective Tax Rate Like Mitt Romney and Other Super-Rich Americans

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney and his wife paid a 14% effective income tax rate in 2010 on nearly $22 million of inc... Similar stories ...

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Moolanomy Personal Finance posted a news story on their blog

Federal Income Tax Return Filing Requirements for Retirees

Do retirees have to file a federal income tax return? You might think that the days spent filing income tax return each year ... Similar stories ...

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MintLife posted a news story on their blog

Will 2012 See a Housing Turnaround?

Despite mixed results in the housing sector, many homebuilder stocks are outperforming the overall market by a large margin. ... Similar stories ...

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Master Your Card posted a news story on their blog

Credit Card Introductory Offers: Zero Interest on Purchases

Need to make a big purchase? Along with introductory zero interest balance transfers, you may be be able to take advantage o... Similar stories ...

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Bargaineering posted a video on their blog

Visual Multiplication Video

Need to do some quick multiplication and only have pen and paper? You could multiply the old school way using numbers (gasp!)... Similar stories ...

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Get Rich Slowly posted a news story on their blog

Spare Change: Submit Your Story Edition

Like a hibernating bear, I feel like I’m waking from a long winter’s nap. For the past few months, I’ve bee... Similar stories ...

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Free Money Finance posted a news story on their blog

Reader Profile: RM

The following is the latest post in my "Reader Profiles" series. Each post in this series details the financial situation and... Similar stories ...

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The Simple Dollar posted a news story on their blog

Don’t Install Your Refrigerator Next to Your Dishwasher (25/365)

Your dishwasher gets hot. Your dishwasher also gets moist, meaning it’s harder to cool down the air around it. Your r... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Did ING Direct Customers Overreact to the Capital One Purchase?

Last summer, hoards of ING Direct customers announced their immediate departure from the online bank after the news that Capi... Similar stories ...

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FiveCentNickel posted a news story on their blog

E-Filing Saves the IRS $3.10/Return

As January winds down, you should have received most of the paperwork that you’ll need to file your taxes. If you&#8217... Similar stories ...

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Bargaineering posted a news story on their blog

1099-MISC Issued for Bank & Credit Card Bonuses

If you recently received a 1099-MISC from a credit card company or a bank and wondering if it’s a legitimate form, try ... Similar stories ...

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MintLife posted a news story on their blog

4 Lucrative Resolutions You Forgot to Make

New Year’s resolutions tend to look something like this: Lose 10 pounds, start working out four days a week, stop drinking co... Similar stories ...

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Money Crashers posted a news story on their blog

18 Great WD-40 Uses for Around the House

It’s a safe bet you’ve heard of and used WD-40, an oil which can be used as a cleaning product, lubricant, and an... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

Banks’ Response to Obama’s SOTU Was Petty

Obama’s State of the Union address was, by most accounts, pretty good. It was the tepid sort of oratory, full of policy... Similar stories ...

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Man Vs. Debt posted a music track on their blog

Rally Your Friends and Loved Ones — Episode 4 — Man Vs. Debt Podcast

In Episode 4 of the Man Vs. Debt Podcast, we cover how you can “Rally Your Friends and Loved Ones.” We’ve t... Similar stories ...

♫ Man Vs. Debt Podcast Episode 4 Rally Your Friends Loved Ones

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Free Money Finance posted a news story on their blog

Saving $2,000 a Year by Eating Samples at Costco and Grocery Stores

Three years ago I asked Can You Pay for a Costco Membership by Eating Free Samples? (then followed up that piece with Extreme... Similar stories ...

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MyBankTracker posted a news story on their blog

SunTrust Aims to Offer Super-Prime Online Loans

SunTrust announced on Monday that they will be acquiring online loan provider FirstAgain, stating that through the acquisitio... Similar stories ...

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My Dollar Plan posted a news story on their blog

How Much Do You Pay For Health Insurance?

As I piece together our budget spreadsheets projecting our expenses for the next 60 years, there’s one line item that I... Similar stories ...

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Political Calculations posted a news story on their blog

New Jobless Claims: Still on Track, But Increasingly Volatile

Two weeks ago, we observed that the number of seasonally-adjusted initial unemployment insurance claims being filed each week... Similar stories ...

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The Simple Dollar posted a news story on their blog

Reader Mailbag: Unfinished Business

What’s inside? Here are the questions answered in today’s reader mailbag, boiled down to five word summaries. C... Similar stories ...

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Free Money Finance posted a news story on their blog

Back from the Caribbean

You may have noticed that I've been quieter than usual on this blog lately. It's because I spent the last 10 days on a Caribb... Similar stories ...

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Personal Dividends posted a news story on their blog

Could an Indexed Annuity Be Right For You?

“In general, an annuity is like any other investment option,” Ryan Peterson tells me. “It’s a tool, a... Similar stories ...

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Wise Bread posted a news story on their blog

15 Frugal Ways to Battle Boredom

If I have a free day with absolutely nothing to do, my first impulse is often to go shopping. I could just take a walk, windo... Similar stories ...