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As summer wears on and you begin to dream of days spent on the beach, it may not be long before you are planning a trip. While a vacation may be something you want, it may not be something you can afford. Or can you?Many people believe that taking a vacation will cost them an arm and a leg, regardless of the destination or the finer details. There may be trips that fit this mold, but...

What do you see when you look at your credit card statement? While there is nothing better than a “0” next to your balance, for many people this is not realistic at the present time. Instead, they realize they have some level of debt that must be taken care of. The way you approach your credit card debt may not be the same as the next person. However, there are basic steps you can take, just...

Like some, you may be out of work and willing to take on any job. Or much the same as others, you could find yourself looking to make a change to a career that better suits your skills. While traditional methods of searching for a job remain a viable option, it is important to consider the benefits of using the internet. More specifically, professional networking sites such as LinkedIn. Even if you don’t yet have a...

As a new college graduate, the world is at your fingertips. It will not be long before you are taking your first step into the working world, realizing that your future is bright.One of the biggest questions you have to answer is where you are going to live. While some college graduates stay at home for a few years, saving money and searching for the perfect job, others are ready to get a place of their...

Are you the type of person who enjoys jumping from one estate sale to another? No matter if you have been going to these sales for many years or are just now getting started, you know you are in for a good time. You also know that there are many things you can buy, from furniture to clothes to electronics and much more. The three tips below will put you on the right path to success:...

As a college student, you are well aware that you will use textbooks day in and day out. Without these, it would be a challenge to learn. While some shy away from buying textbooks, hoping they can pass their courses anyway, others realize that this should not even be a consideration. The primary reason students avoid buying textbooks is simple: they don’t want to spend the money. Although the high cost is enough to scare anybody...

The way you bank today may not be the same way you did so five years ago. This is definitely the case when you take into consideration the strategy you employed a decade or so ago. Technology is changing the way people bank for the better. Although you may have to alter your approach to take full advantage, once you are onboard with the “latest and greatest” it will not be long before you realize that...

Many people overcomplicate the process of saving on the cost of groceries. They continue to overpay, despite the fact that a few basic changes to their approach could help them keep more money in their pocket.Here are three simple tips you can implement on your next trip to the grocery store:1. Get extreme with your couponing. It does not matter if you search your local paper or the internet, the more coupons you get your hands...

First impressions matter, especially when it comes to your home. Curb appeal--or lack thereof--significantly impacts property value. Investing in a nicely designed landscape can increase your home’s overall value by up to 20 percent. But, like many home improvement projects, landscaping expenses can easily get out of control. Below are a handful of tips that can help you stay within your budget and get the best return on your landscape investment.Plan your work and work your...

You have had enough of the rat race. You are tired of driving through traffic, just to take orders all day long. It is time for you to consider self employment.While this is a big step as far as your career is concerned, it will also impact your finances and personal life in a variety of ways.When it comes to self employment success, there is more to feeling good about yourself than earning a lot of...