How to Heat Your Home for Free (or Profit) This WinterFiled under: Energy, Investing, Exxon Mobil, BP, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, EconomizerBy Joe Mont, TheStreet.com Investing doesn't just have to be about increasing wealth. It can also be a means to preserve it. Successful investors -- from speculative day traders to steadier 401(k) participants, for example -- will adjust their holdings to …
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Why Dollar Stores Are Hotter Than Ever (Even Among the Rich)Filed under: Company News, Wal-Mart Stores, Dollar General, EconomizerDollar stores are luring a lot more consumers these days. While it's no surprise these discount retailers gained popularity during the economic downturn, their rock-bottom prices aren't the only reason for their still growing appeal: Dollar store chains have undergone …
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Grad School Math: Which Degrees Are Worth the DebtFiled under: Video, EconomizerWith unemployment high and wages stagnant, now's a rough time to be entering the job market. Historically, when an unwelcoming economy awaits, graduating college students tend to run for grad school. But the monetary value of an advanced degree varies greatly depending on major, school, and how much debt you take on to …
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Sorry, Santa: Tips for Unloading Unwanted GiftsFiled under: EconomizerYou love Grandma, but you're not feeling that floral jumpsuit she gave you for Christmas. And that gift card from Omaha Steaks won't quite work: Auntie seems to have forgotten that you're a vegetarian. 'Tis the season for unloading those albeit well meaning -- but unwanted -- holiday presents. Here's a few tips to help you get …
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Best Back-to-School Savings Tips From Moms Around the CountryFiled under: Google , Target Corp, Amazon.com, Office Depot, Retail, Barnes & Noble, Books, Consumer Ally, Economizer, Family Money, Personal Finance, Saving MoneyFall clothes, No. 2 pencils, book bags, magic markers ... the back-to-school shopping list can quickly grow out of control and overtake the family budget. So we asked moms …
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Fraud! FCC Takes Aim at the Scammers Secretly Padding Your Phone BillFiled under: Technology, Economy, Economizer, Family Money, Personal Finance, Saving Money, FeaturesA little over two years since it took on the credit card industry, the federal government has found a fresh villain: telecommunications fraudsters. Earlier this week, the Federal Communications Commission proposed new rules …
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3 Ways to Take Control of Your Finances in 2012Filed under: Family Money, Personal FinanceAfter the overspending, overeating, and general overextending of December, it's hardly surprising that so many people choose to spend January turning over new leaves. But even beyond the month of new diets, new workout programs, and new strategies for resisting the siren song of cheesecake, the beginning of …
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The Family Plan: Managing Life in a Multigenerational HouseholdFiled under: Economy, Family MoneyEight years ago, Charlie McGloughlin and his wife, Amy, extended a helping hand to his parents. His dad was in poor health, and his disability had reduced the couple's income. A house of their own had become too much for the elder McGloughlins to handle. So Charlie and Amy bought a five-bedroom home …
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The Financial (and Parenting) Upsides to Buying Your Kid an iPadFiled under: Technology, Apple, Family MoneyLately, our home has come to look like an Apple (AAPL) store. There are four iPods, two MacBooks, a MacBook Air, an older iMac, a set-top box -- and as of this week, two iPads. Our 11-year-old son owns a fair amount of the geekery, including one of the new iPads. He is, in a word, spoiled. …
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Savings Experiment: CoffeeFiled under: Starbucks, Savings Experiment View Poll There are those of us who should not be allowed in public without having a cup of coffee first. That said, java is also an expensive habit. Luckily, you can have your cup and drink it too by cutting certain corners. Look Before You Leap Abstinence is the best policy with respect to saving money; but for most of …
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Savings Experiment: Bagging the Best Deals on GroceriesFiled under: Saving Money, Savings Experiment When it comes to saving money on groceries, using coupons can cut your bill in half. But in this fast-paced digital age, who has time to find the deals? We've consulted the coupon experts to help you save money on food without giving up your social life. Old-Fashioned Couponing vs. Coupon …
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Savings Experiment: Ink the Best Deal on Printer TonerFiled under: Saving Money, Savings Experiment It's Saturday night. You're printing out pictures of your dog wearing costumes (or is that just me?) when suddenly the "Toner Low" message flashes on your printer. Your heart fills with dread. How much will you have to shell out to have a print of Sheba in a tutu? Never fear. We've consulted …
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Five Fun Family Freebies for Priceless Summer MemoriesFiled under: Apple, Target Corp, Family Money, Fantastic Freebies, Personal Finance, Saving MoneySummer changes family dynamics and expectations: There's a lot of time to fill and the cost of filling it can add up, especially if you're looking for memorable activities. So, what can you do as a family to make some priceless memories with the …
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3 Ways to Get More Back From Your PlasticFiled under: JP Morgan Chase, Southwest Airlines, American Express, Consumer Ally, Family Money, Fantastic Freebies, Credit CardsCredit cards are a double-edged sword. If you're not careful, then they can destroy your financial life. But if you know how to manage them, they'll treat you right with all sorts of rewards. Why the generosity? The rewards -- …
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Don't Forget! Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's April 12, 2011Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain BabeDon't forget that free cone day at Ben & Jerry's is Tuesday, April 12, 2011. No coupon is needed to get a free ice cream cone and you do not need to make reservations. Best yet, the freebie is for a full size cone of any flavor of your choice. It's is rare that such a valuable and tasty freebie …
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