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Avoiding Holiday Scams 2009 - 11/20/09

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You know, the holidays are the perfect time for shopping…giving…and for some, getting ripped off. Want to avoid the most popular holiday scams?  Check this Out. More>>

Cash for Appliance Clunkers - 11/19/09

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Forget cash for clunkers...how about cash for your refrigerator? More>>

Credit Cards: Things Congress Forgot to Fix - 11/18/09

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When Congress finally passed the card Act, it did represent a victory of consumers over credit card companies. But there are still many things Congress forgot to fix. More>>

Three Tips for Lower Lawyer Bills - 11/13/09

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How do I keep my cost down and make sure my lawyer's doing a really good job for me? More>>

Five Ways to Save on Thanksgiving Dinner - 11/12/09

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Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year. But giving thanks doesn't have to cost big bucks: Five tips to save some money. More>>

Don't Shop: Swap! - 11/11/09

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You know getting good deals on the things you want doesn't have to be like pulling teeth! next time instead of shopping, try swapping. More>>

Holiday Air Travel Tips - 11/6/09

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If your plans include travel this holiday season, what you don't need to pack is extra stress. Thats why before you checkin you should check out a few tips from Money Talks News. More>>

Free Cell Phones, Free Minutes - 11/5/09

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The cell phone! A convenient but expensive part of modern life. But, not for everyone. Some people qualify for a free cell phone and free minutes. More>>

What to do When Your Unemployment Ends - 11/4/09

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More and more unemployed Americans are facing the possiblity that unemployment may run out before they find work. What will they do? Let's find out. More>>

Three Ways to Ban Spam and Stop Junk - 10/30/09

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It's now illegal for robo-callers to harass you. But if you want to ban span from your inbox, keep telemarketers off your phone and keep junk out of your mailbox...you need to see this report from Stacy Johnson. More>>

Free ID Theft Prevention - 10/28/09

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Identity theft: a growing problem in the United States, but one that doesn't necessarily require an expensive solution. Want free ID theft prevention? More>>

Is High Deductible Health Insurance Healthy? - 10/29/09

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High deductible health insurance. It can save you a bundle and get you tax breaks. But there are three reasons these policies might be unhealthy. More>>

Killer Hospital Bills - 10/22/09

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If you have any doubt that our healthcare system needs healing, you need to meet one of America's uninsured. More>>

Death of the Home Video Camera - 10/21/09

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For decades, video cameras have been used to capture the action for everything from home movies to TV news. But this story is being shot not with a camera, but a phone. More>>

Groceries 50% Off - 10/16/09

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The jobless rate has thousands of American's shopping for a way to keep food on the table. for their families. Find out about a program that can cut your groceries bill in half. More>>

Five Tips to Cheaper Driving - 10/15/09

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Saving money behind the wheel..not a bad idea especially these days. Five tips to keep your car and budget running lean. More>>

Halloween On A Budget - 10/14/09

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A scary economy doesn't have to frighten away your fun this Halloween. Three do it yourself tips to sweeten your Halloween without spooking your bank account. More>>

It's Time to Rob the Rich - 10/2/09

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These days, there are fewer rich folks, but just as many toys, which means...lower prices on luxury goods. Are you ready to rob the rich? More>>

Should You Pay for Credit Repair? - 10/1/09

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There are companies out there like this one that for a fee will improve your credit score. Is it worth it? More>>

States Attempt to Collect Sales Tax on Internet Purchases - 9/29/09

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One thing that attracts many shoppers to the Internet is the ability to skirt state sales taxes. But in tough economic times like these, cash-starved states are fighting back. But the effort may be backfiring. More>>

Debit Vs. Credit - 9/23/09

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You know, the question used to be "paper or plastic. Now the question is what kind of plastic do you use...debit or credit. Not just an interesting question...a question of interest. More>>

Losing Your Car Lease - 9/22/09

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Getting out of a car? Easy. Getting out of a car lease? Not so easy. Want to know what your options are?  Check out this report from Moneytalks. More>>

How to Buy a Foreclosure - 7/22/09

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With the flood of foreclosures now finally cresting, there are some screaming deals on houses out here. Want to learn to buy a foreclosure? You don't need to watch some stupid infomercial. More>>

Mortgage Audits Help Modifications - 7/22/09

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You buy a house and next thing you know, you're signing reams of paper. Confusing hassle then, but if you're in trouble with your mortgage now, you're going to be glad all this paper exists More>>

Credit Card Protection Plans: Good Idea? - 7/17/09

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Your bank's trying to sell you a protection plan that pays off your credit card if you should get laid off. Is this a good idea? Let's find out: the price of protection. More>>

3 Ways the New Credit Card Law Will Cost You - 7/15/09

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It's safe to say that the credit card bill of rights represents a victory of consumers over banks. But the battle's not over yet. Three ways the new law could cost you. More>>

Three Million Dollar Home: $10 - 7/14/09

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This is a three million mansion: one you could win in a raffle for $10. Desperation...or the newest way to sell your house? Let's find out. More>>

Smart About Insurance? Take This Quiz - 7/9/09

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You have a wreck and your dog gets hurt. Will your car insurance pay the vet bill? That's one question from our insurance quiz. More>>

Why You Should Care About Coops - 7/8/09

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How does your small local credit union compete with these huge multinational banks? Well, one reason is that they're a coop. What's a coop and why should you care? Let's find out. More>>

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