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Make your own biodiesel fuel and save big money

As gasoline prices climb above $4 per gallon, the value of biodiesel fuel – particularly making it yourself – becomes increasingly attractive.
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The top health hazards that make life insurance expensive

Here are the top health hazards that can send your life insurance premiums skyrocketing. Managing health conditions can help you save cash.
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Money-saving ways to avoid online news subscription paywalls

Online news junkies with tight budgets, rejoice. There are many ways to circumvent digital news paywalls.
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How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Reduce your homeowners insurance premiums with these credits

Lower your homeowners insurance premium with these hidden homeowners insurance credits.
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Tame grocery budgets with extreme couponing and other tricks

You can save a bundle with extreme coupon clipping and food stockpiling. One mother of four says she feeds her family for $10 a week.
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Relocated for work? Consider deducting moving expenses

Moving expenses can be tax deductions, as long as they are business related. It doesn't matter if you are an employee or self-employed.
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Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Keep an eye out for commonly overlooked tax deductions

Millions of Americans hand the IRS hard-earned money that they could keep because they overlook deductions hiding in complicated U.S. tax code.
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The no-so-hidden lifetime cost of a bad credit score

A bad credit score or a credit score report that contains errors can rob a person of thousands of dollars over a lifetime.
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Economic effect of biking vs. driving is astounding, experts say

The economic effects of biking, compared to driving, could save cities and states millions of dollars, according to recent studies.
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How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Negotiating for better deals: a talent learned from the recession

Hard economic times have made consumers more determined to negotiate for better prices and businesses more willing to make better deals.
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Find cheap airline tickets with vigilance, technology and luck

To find cheap airline tickets, plan ahead, buy early, check weekly airfare pricing trends and take advantage of technology to find hot deals.
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New cars are cheaper than used cars in an upside-down economy

A new car loan could be cheaper than buying used thanks to 0 percent financing and a lower inventory of used vehicles available for sale ...
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How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down

Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

Money-saving ideas: How to plan a wedding on a budget

If you're open to creative ideas on ways to save money, you can plan a wedding on a small budget and have fun doing it. Here are some ideas.
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How to celebrate Christmas on a budget

Celebrating Christmas on a budget doesn't mean you have to cut down on quality. Keep your Christmas budget in shape with these simple ideas.
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Top holiday websites | Find the best holiday deals online

'Tis the season to save! It's easy to find the best holiday deals online. Here are some of the top holiday-shopping websites of the season.
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How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely

Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.

Holiday money saving ideas 2010 | Budget, bargain and shop

Don't stress over not having enough holiday money this season; there are simple ways to plan holiday fun on a budget. Check out these tips..
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Save money by doing your taxes now

Don't wait for the deadline! Knowing ahead of time that there are ways to save money on your taxes will help keep more money in your pocket.
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