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  • 3 Practically Useless Insurance Policies

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, June 28, 2010, 06:06 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    You know that some types of insurance, such as health insurance and auto insurance, are completely necessary. However, there are many types of insurance out there. In fact, there are so many different insurance policies for so many different things that you could spend all of your money on premiums!...

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  • Credit Card Fees Still on Tap

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, June 21, 2010, 07:05 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    Last year, the Credit CARD Act was passed. All of the rules are in effect, including some limits on fee amounts, and requirements that credit card companies be more transparent. However, just because some fees have disappeared and some credit card practices have been discontinued, it doesn't mean...

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  • 3 Tips for Getting Ready to Buy a House

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, June 14, 2010, 06:04 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    With low prices and low mortgage interest rates, many are interested in buying a house. However, before you buy, it is important to be truly ready to buy a home . Here are three things you can do to get ready to buy a house: 1. Review your budget It is vital that you know how much you can afford in terms...

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  • Savings Accounts: Getting More for Your Money

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, June 07, 2010, 06:03 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    One of the best things you can do is to open some sort of account that allows you to save money for the future. This includes retirement accounts, other investments to help you earn a high rate of return, and emergency funds that can provide you with a financial safety net. When you are setting up an...

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  • 3 Ways to Save Money Today

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, May 10, 2010, 06:30 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    It is true that many things in life require patience -- especially when it comes to saving money . Sometimes you need to be disciplined and wait to accumulate savings over time. This isn't always the case, though. It is actually possible for you to start saving money today, if you think about what...

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  • Keeping Tabs on Your Credit Score

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, May 03, 2010, 06:00 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    It is important to keep tabs on your credit score , and there are a number of ways to do this. It is important to note that when you check your own credit score, it doesn't count against you, like it does when you actually apply for credit. So if you are trying to improve your credit score, checking...

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  • 3 Suggestions for Your Tax Return

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, April 19, 2010, 05:00 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    Now that tax day has passed, you might be anxiously looking forward to your tax return. Indeed, if you filed electronically and did so early, you might already have your tax return back. Before you spend your tax return, consider three suggestions for how to use it to your advantage: 1. Pay Down Debt...

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  • Taxes: Not Ready for April 15th?

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, April 12, 2010, 06:00 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    April 15th is alarmingly close -- nearly upon us! Are you ready? If you aren't quite ready for tax day , you do have some options. Whether your tax return isn't prepared or you can't afford to pay what you owe to the IRS, you do have options that can help you avoid the worst penalties. Here...

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  • Watch Out for Termination Fees

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, April 05, 2010, 07:19 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    One of the most common things you will see these days as you shop around for great deals and savings is the idea of paying less - as long as you are willing to sign a contract for a certain length of service. Of course, if you decide to break that contract, you end up with termination fees that can be...

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  • Do You Know Your Spending Habits?

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, March 08, 2010, 06:15 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    Understanding your spending habits is one of the most important things to consider as you try to overcome your personal recession and build wealth. Before you can change your behaviors and start saving more money , you need to understand what you are doing, and figure out where your problem areas are...

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  • Book Review: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money with Craigslist

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, March 01, 2010, 06:54 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    You have probably heard of Craigslist . It's a place to go to see classified-type listings for goods and services. If you are savvy about it, it's even possible for you to make decent money with Craigslist. But it helps to know how to most efficiently use the site. Enter The Complete Idiot's...

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  • Save Money on Cell Phones: Go Pre-Paid

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, February 22, 2010, 06:27 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    Last week, I wrote about eight ways you can save money on your cell phone bill . One thing that was not mentioned was the fact that it is also possible to get a prepaid cell phone plan. These plans can be a great way save money on cell phone use. In fact, the Citizens Utility Board figures that it is...

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  • Eight Ways to Cut Costs on Your Cell Phone Bill

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, February 15, 2010, 06:03 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    You know that the cell phone bill often gets a little out of control. And no matter what kind of coupons or deals you have when you first get a cell phone, it's clear that the costs soon get out of hand. There are, however, some things you can do to reduce the amount of money you spend on your cell...

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  • Five Tips for Beating a Personal Recession

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, February 01, 2010, 06:10 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    The economy may have moved out of a technical recession, but many people still see their finances affected by adversity. Another consideration is the fact that, even if things start looking up, it is quite possible that another recession strikes. In fact, this is quite likely since the economy moves...

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  • Savvy Savings: Retail Markdown Lingo

    By Miranda Marquit    Monday, January 25, 2010, 07:33 AM    Category:   Money Matters

    Sometimes we get very excited at the prospect of a sale price. But saving money isn't just about believing what retailers tell you is a good deal. You need to understand the inside story of retail markdown lingo, and what those advertisements really mean. "As advertised" : This is my favorite...

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