6 Ideas for Redecorating a Kid’s Bedroom on a Budget

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By: Shelly Towns Kids' tastes change, and frequently.  We’ve all heard of children (if not had one of our own) who change their clothes several times a day depending on their mood at the time.  Some kids would change their rooms just as often … [Read more...]

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A Mother’s Tips for Moving to a New Home

Moving Tips from an Experienced Mom

By: Vera Mosley If you’re like many Americans, you move homes fairly regularly. In fact, more than 40 million Americans move every year, according to the Census Bureau. For many folks, moving is about getting into a bigger or better home. … [Read more...]

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5 Best Credit Cards for College Students

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Being away at school offers a plethora of spending opportunities. Some are to be expected, like books, groceries, rent, utilities and random university fees. And some, like hospital and auto expenses, are not so expected. Usually such expenses … [Read more...]

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Charge It: The True Cost of this Shopping Mantra

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For women, it may be the latest pair of beautiful shoes. For guys, it may be a box of favorite cigars. Either way, the "buy now pay later mentality” that most Americans have means pulling out the plastic and worrying about how they are going to pay … [Read more...]

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Drowning in Debt: Is Debt Consolidation Right for You?

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The economic and housing downturns have left many families without savings and home equity, and some even without jobs. If you’ve fallen behind on payments or simply want to get out of debt fast, you may be considering debt consolidation. It can be … [Read more...]

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What Motivates Back to School Shopping

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Summer is almost over, which means it’s time for all the kiddies to get out of the house and back in the classroom. It also implies that it’s time for you to do some back to school shopping. Fretting about your finances? Check out these tips … [Read more...]

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New Credit Card Feature to Keep You from Spending

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What if credit cards worked for you instead of against you? That’s the idea with MasterCard’s inControl – a new consumer service that grants cardholders the ability to set spending limits and receive real-time updates of their accounts and … [Read more...]

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Home Improvement: What It Really Costs and How to Do It Wisely

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If you think spending $30,000 on a home remodeling project will increase the value of your home by $30,000, stop now before you spend a dime. The money you spend on a remodel rarely increases the value of your home dollar for dollar. Before you start … [Read more...]

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Striking a Balance: How to Save Money and Live Your Life

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How long should you wait before buying a new mattress? Do you really need a new laptop, cell phone or iPod? And what about that Caramel Macchiato from Starbuck's? Is it necessary? It may not be necessary, but it’s enjoyable. In our attempts to be … [Read more...]

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Pursuing Happiness: The Science of Spending

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Have you ever made a large purchase, such as a couch or a television or, god forbid, a house, and then were left with an utterly empty and unsatisfied feeling as the purchase lost its luster and became just another possession? This is what commonly … [Read more...]

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3 Ways to Save Money on Regular Expenses

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When making bigger purchases – furniture, TVs, etc. – saving money is important. We always encourage you to price shop. But an often-overlooked way to save money on a regular basis is with recurring expenses. Saving $15 on your grocery bill may … [Read more...]

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