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The Best Way to Cut the Cord and Start Streaming Your Entertainment

You’ve probably heard from friends about how they ditched cable and started streaming. But what’s the best way to cut the cord so you can start saving upwards of $1000 per year? My family actually broke up with Directv a couple of years ago, and we’ve since come back (mostly for my husband’s sake….channel surfing …

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Quick Pick-Me-Ups That Won’t Break the Bank

Have you found yourself feeling the urge to spend money to self-soothe? Pick-me-ups are people, things, or situations that make you feel better. They can range in cost from totally free to “oops…I just bought a brand new boat I won’t be able to pay for (or use) in six months”. Some personality types tend …

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CIT Bank Review – Savings Accounts, Money Markets, and CD’s

You may have heard of an online savings account provider, CIT Bank, and are likely wondering “Are they legit?” As a former banker, I’ll admit I was skeptical at first and had to try them out myself. So here’s the thing about savings accounts. We all know we need to be saving, and hopefully, you’ve …

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THE Financial Independence Blog to Follow for Investment Strategies

Humbug and his trading partner Fagin are engaged in a blood, sweat, toil and tears (well maybe not tears, but certainly tantrums) public, real life, real money competition called The Great British Trade Off. They share their stories on their financial independence blog. Humbug is the long term investor, Fagin the short term trader, the …

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Yes, You Can Make Your Child’s Education More Affordable

There is no denying just how expensive a child’s education can be these days. Sure, private tuition fees are extortionately high, and there is no sign of them being reduced any time soon. Even if you don’t send your kids to private schools, you will still find that putting your child through school can still …

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