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Americans Are Unprepared for College
I’m constantly writing about education leading some of you to wonder why, especially since this is a debt and frugality blog. I…
January 25, 2013Browse
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I’m Too Cold For This
Owning two homes or even renting in two different areas for a portion of each year is a great way to enjoy…
December 14, 2012
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Beating Bank Returns With Peer-to-Peer Lending and Prosper
I'm beating the pants off of the big banks with my investment returns via Prosper.com and peer-to-peer lending. Find out how my…
October 22, 2012YIAC
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California Wine Bigger Than Bordeaux?
Thanks to the Golden State’s favorable climate and fertile soil, the California wine industry is thriving. But just how big is the…
October 17, 2012
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5 Easy Steps to Lowering Your Homeowner’s Insurance
Homeowner’s insurance is very important. It’s your safety net in case something bad happens. Although that safety net is needed, you also…
July 10, 2012
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Teach Your Children About Money Now!
My last four or five articles have been about children and money. Those of you without kids might be annoyed by now…
June 21, 2012YIAC
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Teaching Kids to Pay The Bills
Did you get much education relating to personal finance when you were in school? Many of us learn life lesson when it…
May 29, 2012
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The Procrastinator’s Guide To Filing Income Taxes Infographic
It’s no secret that I file my taxes late every year. This year is no difference. Based on the lines at my…
April 12, 2012
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Ten IRS Tax Audit Red Flags
I’ve been doing my own taxes since I was 16. It’s really not that hard when your taxes aren’t too complicated. That…
April 2, 2012
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Nine Tax Deductions That Prostitutes Can Claim
I had an interesting conversation with my cousin over lunch – which she made me pay for, damn college student – as…
March 28, 2012
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Calculating Your Mortgage Payments with Excel
I have friend who is getting married in the next two months. While his fiance is busy planning the big white wedding…
March 14, 2012
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Debt After Death: What Happens?
Many people wonder what happens to their or their loved ones’ debt after they pass away and worry that those left behind…
February 9, 2012