Late Tax Filers To Get Late Refunds


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As taxpayers scramble to get their tax returns together and forms filled out, it’s inevitable that some just won’t have time to file their taxes on time. It may be because they haven’t had time to get to the accountant or purchase tax software, or they may not have the funds to pay what they owe, but either way, if you for those that file late, late rebates are to be expected. (more…)

Best Credit Cards For Right Now


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Credit cards often have a bad reputation for charging high fees and writing far too many details between the lines. However, your credit score and a bit of knowledge on the best credit cards available now can score you a great deal. (more…)

Travel Secrets to Save You Money


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If you love traveling as much as I do, you’ll be keen to find ways to save money – I figure that means you can travel more often, or further. A bunch of tips they talked about at Microsoft will give you some ideas to make your travel dollar go further. (more…)

Preparing Your Financials for Marriage


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Preparing for it is one of the best and romantic times of your life, but marriage can also a big change to your financial future. When you get married, you not only join hearts and home, but your partner’s financial history becomes yours, and vice versa. So before you tie the knot, it’s important to secure your financial future and take the following steps with your future spouse:

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Fuel Up For Less


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With rising oil prices and a long commute, chances are you dream of the days when you thought that $1.50 gas was too expensive. But times have changed, and so have gas prices, so Money Magazine has brought you several tips on how to fuel up for less:

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Save Money By Eating Out Less


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You’ve got to eat, right? But you don’t have to eat out. If you’re trying to save some money, try recording exactly how much money you spend on food for a week – including snacks, gum and drinks while you’re out. Chances are you’ll be shocked by how much this adds up to. To save a few dollars on food, try these eat-at-home tips:

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More Housing Woes Loom


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In even more depressing news for the United States housing market, experts believe that it will become incresingly more difficult to get a traditional mortgage, even for those with a good credit record.

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4 Reasons to Refinance


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If you’re steadily paying off your mortgage, you often don’t think about changing anything about the loan you have – you just keep paying, month after month, looking forward to the day in twenty years when the house will be yours. But there are some situations when it can be really advantageous to refinance your mortgage.

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Credit Cards and Their Hidden Fees


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Recent tips at CNN Money about the surprise fees on your credit card had a few reminders of other ways your credit card debt can mount up. Luckily, they also provide a few tips on how we can either avoid or minimize some of these costs.

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