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  • What Would You Do If You Were Given $50,000 Today?

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    Is Clipping Coupons Worth It?

    Coupon use has increased dramatically over the last few years, with many families looking for ways to cut costs during the recession. It has also been popularized by television specials on extreme couponing and hundreds of blogs that post guides

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  • Beware Of This Fast Food Marketing Ploy

    Beware Of This Fast Food Marketing Ploy

    I’m a fan of fast food.  We grew up on hot dogs and top ramen. Our monthly “dine out” night would usually take us to McDonalds or Burger King. Well, fast food providers have really done well in the past

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  • How To Live Frugally Where YOU Call Home!

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