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12 cool money tricks

We've collected some great 'money hacks,' clever ways to solve everyday problems or make life a little simpler. These tricks can save you anywhere from a few cents to a few hundred dollars.

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Would you marry for money?

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Why we can't talk to family about money

What is it about family that makes it so hard to discuss money? It makes the world go 'round, but when we're with loved ones, we feel ashamed or greedy. One blogger writes about how this preoccupation with wealth colors our most important relationshi...

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Looking at the world through frugal eyes

Frugality is rarely a sudden, overwhelming change. Most people come by it gradually and slowly implement small changes to the way they think about money.

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Parents can help kids by NOT paying for college

Kids who work their way through will come out with better money skills.

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When your past affects your present spending

One blogger writes a poignant piece about how having "just enough" as a kid may be affecting her buying habits now. Even the most frugal person has weak spots -- what are yours?

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"Would you like to be in debt forever -- oh, and save 20% on today's purchase?"

It's a bad sign when even the employees won't hype the store card. Or is it a sign that there's still some humanity in this crazy world?

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Different goals, different accounts: Use purpose-driven investing to achieve your investment objectives

"Traditionally, most people invested for various vague goals and lumped all of their savings together in a single investment account. That's pretty boring. It's not very inspiring or effective.”

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