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What You Need to Know About Scams on the Rise
Last year saw a 70% increase in scams in the U.S. and more than $5.8 billion was stolen, according to…
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How to Stock Your Home Bar Without Spending a Fortune
For those setting up house or party people getting ready for the holidays, making mixed drinks at home can be…
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How to Use Buy Nothing Groups to Get Free Stuff Online
When someone posted a blood type test kit on a local Buy Nothing Facebook group in Queens, NY, they may…
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Does It Ever Make Sense to Refinance at a Higher Interest Rate?
Dear Penny, We recently came into some money and would like to pay down some of our mortgage. But we…
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Did My Wife Make a Huge Mistake by Investing Her Inheritance?
Dear Penny, My wife and I are middle class or maybe upper middle class. I make pretty good money. I…
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Here’s How to Make Money Playing Video Games
Over the years, gaming has become increasingly popular with almost all age groups. The Entertainment Software Association has tracked gamers…
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What Are the Pros and Cons of an Adjustable Rate Mortgage?
Adjustable rate mortgages got a really bad reputation during the Great Recession, but now they’re back in a big way.…
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Can I Take My Ex-Wife’s Social Security if I Already Get SSDI?
Dear Penny, I am 63 years old, disabled and collect SSDI. My ex-wife currently pays me alimony ($360 per month)…
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8 Destinations That Are Better (and Cheaper) During Shoulder Season
Travel has rebounded in a big way this year but finding room in the budget for that dream vacation is…
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Who Gets My Dogs When I Die if I Have No Close Family?
Dear Penny, I am a widow with a home, property and two large dogs. My health is fairly good, but…
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