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  9 Amazon do’s and don’ts: What to buy and what to avoid

  Don’t let Amazon’s ubiquity trick you into thinking you’re getting the most for your money.

  Nov 16, 2018
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  Starting over: How to rebuild your finances after escaping a financially abusive relationship

  The effects of financial abuse can last for years or even decades after victims escape abusive relationships. Here are steps you can take to establish your financial independence and help ensure long-term [...]

  Nov 15, 2018
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  12 Walmart do’s and don’ts: What to buy and what to avoid

  Don’t let Walmart’s 5,000 location footprint lead you to believe that you’re always getting the best deal.

  Nov 09, 2018
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  How to motivate yourself to improve your finances

  Feeling empowered to improve your finances may be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be.

  Nov 06, 2018
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  Medical expenses are pushing more baby boomers into poverty. But that’s not the whole story

  Medical costs for many older Americans are becoming unsustainable.

  Nov 04, 2018
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  Now that the midterm elections are over, what’s next for your money?

  Not much should change in the short term. In the long term? That’s a different story.

  Nov 07, 2018
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  Here’s what happens to your money and debt after you die

  Debt doesn’t just go away when someone dies. 

  Nov 07, 2018
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  Employers increase benefits as wages stagnate. Here’s how to make them work for you

  Employee benefits are increasing, and there’s a hidden cost for that.

  Nov 06, 2018
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  Cashless retailers are becoming more common — and it’s triggering a heated debate and some rebellion

  A handful of retailers are ditching cash, and the discussions on the pros and cons are mounting.

  Nov 06, 2018
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  Jobs report shows US economy added 250K jobs in October

  See what happened with jobs, unemployment and average hourly earnings.

  Nov 02, 2018