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The pros and cons of credit unions

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Mar 6, 2013
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Posted In: bonds, stocks, Investing
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From a nation of homeowners to a nation of renters

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Posted In: housing market, rent, mortgage
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Using websites to manage your finances

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Posted In: Internet, Personal Finance
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How to spend smart this holiday season

Nov 27, 2012
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Posted In: holiday shopping, Personal Finance
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A resource guide to bulletproofing your finances

Nov 14, 2012
Are you prepared to face a crisis -- both natural and man-made? Explore our resource guide to help you prepare yourself -- and your finances -- for the worst.
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How to prepare for the fiscal cliff

Nov 14, 2012
Corporate CEOs, labor leaders and politicians have all weighed in on the fiscal cliff. But what will the budget and tax negotiations mean to you and your wallet?
Posted In: fiscal cliff, Taxes, Economy
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Websites encourage kids to learn about finance online

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Virtual bank accounts allow parents to deposit allowance online and teach kids about spending and saving.
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4 tips to avoid an audit this tax season

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Tax day is less than two weeks away. As you prepare for this year's returns, Marketplace's Senior Producer of Personal Finance Paddy Hirsch brings you tips to avoid an audit.
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The pros and cons of credit unions

Mar 20, 2013
Should you bank at a credit union? Marketplace senior producer of personal finance Paddy Hirsch discusses the upsides and the downsides.

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