• February 10, 2019
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How to Spend on Valentine’s Day Without Looking Cheap

When you were a youngster, displaying one’s affections on Valentine’s Day meant perforated paper cards bought in bulk and handfuls of sugary conversation hearts. Fast forward to present-day adulthood, and it may be expectations have evolved to include fine dining at the hot new fusion restaurant...

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• February 8, 2019
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Valentine’s Day: Budget Friendly Ways to Celebrate

Not everyone is a big fan of Valentine’s Day. My husband and I, for instance, see it as an excuse to sell greeting cards and boxes of chocolate. When February 14th rolls around, you won’t catch us at a fancy restaurant or on a romantic getaway.   But as cynical as we can be, we still […...

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• October 31, 2018
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What the Finance is a Debt Repayment Plan

Is your debt stressing you out? If so, we promise you’re not alone. Especially if you are financing a home. According to the Center for Microeconomic Data, mortgage balances—the largest component of household debt—rose by $60 billion during the second quarter of 2018. If you’re committed to ...

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• October 31, 2018
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Lessons Learned from 6 Years Without a Car

If you’ve ever considered going car-free, I’m here to tell you to take the plunge. Over the last 6 years I’ve lived in 3 different cities, sans car (much to my suburban mother’s amazement). I got rid of my car in my early 20s, the moment I found a job that was walking-distance from my [&hell...

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• October 29, 2018
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How to Keep Your Budget in Check this Holiday Season

Ah, the holidays. Amid the cheer, festive gatherings with loved ones, and stress from the inevitable craziness, if not careful, they could put a serious dent on your credit cards. While it’s certainly not news that the holidays happen every year, they do have a way of unexpectedly creeping up on u...

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• October 26, 2018
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10 Ways to Save Money on Halloween Decorations

If you live a frugal lifestyle, holidays can test your commitment to thriftiness. It feels silly to spend money on decor, tableware and lawn ornaments that only come out for a few weeks a year. But that’s the point of a holiday – spending time and energy to celebrate a fleeting moment, regardles...

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• October 21, 2018
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The Scariest Things to Happen to Your Budget

I’ve been kicking around an idea for a scary movie. The main character leads a fairly normal life with a stable job, an affordable apartment and a partner to share expenses with. Things are going well. Then one day, they try to make a deposit at the bank – and there’s no record of an […...

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