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IRS scams to look out for

IRS scams are on the rise. Here's what to look out for.

Sweeping the World Cup office pool

Jun 13, 2014
So you and everyone else picked Brazil to win the World Cup. What next?

Six expert secrets to a successful Social Security strategy

Jun 6, 2014
Perfecting your Social Security strategy in six (pretty) easy steps.
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The tip jar gets a digital makeover

Jun 6, 2014
Technology is making us better tippers but not without an extra dose of awkwardness.

The resurgence of HELOCs

Jun 6, 2014
Home equity lines of credit were popular before the recession, and now they're making a comeback.

How the recession shaped a more humble generation

May 30, 2014
A new study says that individuals who grow up during a recession temper traits of narcissism.

The best days of the week to shop

May 30, 2014
Forget the weekends. Spend your money mid-week in order to get the best deals.

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A scam-free way to consolidate your debt

May 30, 2014
TV ads often promise to get you out of debt for free. But are any of them legit?

Data brokers set the price tag on your head

May 28, 2014
Now, the FTC wants them to give us some personal information.
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Getting the most out of LinkedIn

May 22, 2014
Wherever you end up this summer, odds are that you’ll be posting about it on social media sites like Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Facebook. But what about LinkedIn?