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Are Big Banks Safer Than Small Banks? FDIC Data Says No.

FDIC data shows that big banks have a higher failure rate based on the number of banks in each category.The financial crisis, and its string of bank [...] read more »
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Stick With Stocks Or Pay Off The Mortgage?

One of the most frequent questions I see popping up these days is whether or not we should continue to invest in stocks, or pay off our mortgages ear[...] read more »
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My Journey to Financial Freedom

Three years ago, I was nearly $60,000 in debt. Today, I am closer to complete financial freedom than I ever dreamed possible. Last week, I paid off m[...] read more »
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Financial Security for the Stay-at-Home Mom

Giving up your career to stay home and raise your kids is a wonderful option for many women, but it's financial impact can be quite severe. read more »
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Win $500 in the 2010 Get Rich Slowly Video Contest

To celebrate the upcoming fourth anniversary of Get Rich Slowly and the imminent release of my first book, Your Money: The Missing Manual, I’ve decid[...] read more »
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Why You Need a Rewards Checking Account

Everyone should be switching to rewards checking accounts. I lay out the case why these accounts dominate your average checking or savings account. read more »
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How to Grab an Extra $150,000 for Retirement

Who doesn't want more money for retirement? Try this to grab some extra money for your goal! read more »
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3 Things You Should Know About 529 College Savings Plans

Before you invest in a 529, make sure you understand the fine print. read more »
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The most and least expensive 2010 vehicles to insure

Insure.com's annual ranking of average car insurance rates reveals that the Porsche Carrera GT2 two-door coupe is the most expensive vehicle to insu[...] read more »
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Should You Use Retirement Savings to Pay Off Debt?

If survival is at stake tapping retirement savings MUST be on the table. Under certain circumstances it becomes beyond absurd to allow your financial[...] read more »
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What NOT to do after filing for Bankruptcy

If you have just filed for bankruptcy (twice), and your house is in foreclosure, do NOT do this... read more »
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Seven Ways God Works Through Our Finances

How does God work through our finances? read more »
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How to Get a Bigger House Without Buying a New One

Need more space, but don't want to shell out the dough for a new place? Take a look at a few ways to get a bigger house! read more »
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What you still might not know about the CARD Act: Walletpop

Congress's legislation for credit-card relief, commonly referred to as the CARD Act, goes into effect this coming Monday, Feb. 22. WalletPop and oth[...] read more »
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» Are You a Spender or a Saver at Heart? @ fivecentnickel.com

Everyone likes to think they are savers...here's how you can really tell if you're a spender or saver at heart. read more »
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