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Use Common Sense At The Atm By: Mark Smith
Many consumers rely on the convenience of ATM machines for cash, but safety can be an issue. Here are some simple tips to follow to make sure your trip to the ATM is business as usual.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Summertime Scammers: Home Improvement Scams By: Mark Smith
Many home owners rely on independent contractors for improvements in and around the house, or the handyman for smaller jobs. Now that summer is upon us, it’s time to start those home improvement projects and get some work done. But be careful! Dishonest contractors can easily scam innocent homeowners, not only out of your money, but also by using substandard materials.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Home Improvement: Ways To Save Money On New Appliances By: Mark Smith
No one likes spending money on new appliances, so most of us try to put it off as long as possible. Eventually, you get to the point where you can’t ignore it any longer. Your kids are finally out of the house or have graduated from college, and your budget has a little wiggle room in it, but you still don’t want to spend an arm and a leg. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave oven—they can really add up.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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How To Improving Your Consumer Skills By: Mark Smith
Being a smart consumer these days is getting more and more difficult considering all the different scams that we hear about in the news, as well as all the slick advertising used by retailers all competing for our dollars. Take these tips into consideration so you won’t be taken for your money.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Inexpensive Doesn’t Have To Be Cheap By: Mark Smith
Some people assume that to have the best of things, one must spend a lot of money, no matter the cost. Also, others won’t look for sales or shop the clearance shelves because they think there is some kind of flaw with the product. In both cases, they don’t want to buy cheap stuff—they assume that less expensive products are inferior.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Are You Fiscally Fit? Using Credit Wisely By: Mark Smith
More and more Americans are using credit on a daily basis without realizing the effect it can have on their future. According to Experian’s “National Score Index “, at least one in ten consumers have more than 10 credit cards.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Money Matters: The Price Of Your Vice By: James Elex
Nicotine, caffeine, & alcohol. These are the three big ticket items that can break your budget, but many people are willing to pay for them no matter the cost. Maybe your personal indulgence isn’t as costly, but whatever your weakness is, sit down and do the math to determine how much you’ve been spending.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Retirement: Why You Need To Plan Now By: James Elex
You may not want to, but people of all ages need to start thinking and planning for retirement. What do you want to do with your time and freedom? Travel? Spend more time with family? Volunteer? Being financially prepared can make all the difference in what kind of retirement you will have.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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Retirement: A Lifelong Journey, Investing 101 By: James Elex
The difference between saving and investing is that when you invest, you put money in hoping to get something better back out. Every contribution is a step towards the goal of having the kind of retirement you want. Here are some of the most common choices:(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-06)
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How To Choose And Open An Offshore Bank Account By: Sarah Jones
The article discusses in detail about the growing demand and importance of offshore bank account, for both offshore private bank accounts and offshore business bank accounts. It provides a guideline and procedure for choosing the right offshore bank and international company formation and banking specialist. In addition, it advises on offshore trust formation and offshore asset protection.(read entire article)(posted on: 2008-04-04)
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