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More consumers say no to credit cards

February 8th, 2010 0

Credit card usage is slowing. Revolving credit — largely made up of credit card debt — fell by nearly 20% in November, the largest drop on record,... Continue reading

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Toyota to extend Prius recall to 2010 Prius model

February 8th, 2010 0

Toyota said Sunday that it will soon announce plans to deal with braking problems in its prized Prius hybrid amid reports it has decided to issue a re... Continue reading

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Smart pedals for the Toyota fix

February 8th, 2010 1

Toyota seems well on its way to fixing the failures it recognizes and acknowledges. It has begun to repair 2.3 million vehicles it says were built wit... Continue reading

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New tax breaks that could cut your 2009 tax bill

February 8th, 2010 0

Underpay your taxes, and you could receive a sternly worded letter from the IRS, with ominous references to “interest,” “penalties&#... Continue reading

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Consumer Resources

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Biggest Ways We Waste Money

February 8th, 2010 1

Here is a link to a story that corresponds with our 11pm news story tonight about the biggest ways that we waste money. 5 Dumb Deals and What To Do ... Continue reading

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Survive and Thrive

February 3rd, 2010 4

New Credit Card Rules The Law that’s supposed to give consumers relief from credit card company policies goes into effect later this month. Ho... Continue reading

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Edhance.com- discounts for college students

February 3rd, 2010 0

College students need all the discounts they can get, Edhance Inc.,  is giving them a new way to get them. The Boston-based company is offering stud... Continue reading

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From the Blogs

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Poem from a viewer

January 21st, 2010 8

Love any kind of message that supports living in the moment. Got this poem from a viewer and just had to share it.. WHAT ABOUT TODAY? By Wellington E.... Continue reading

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Budget Worksheet

January 20th, 2010 1

BUDGET WORKSHEET From Financial Planning at About.com (http://financialplan.about.com)CATEGORY BUDGET AMOUNT ACTUAL AMOUNT DIFFERENCEINCOME:  ... Continue reading

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Erwin Gant- What is your money resolution for 2010?

January 20th, 2010 0

  Happy New Year!  With the New Year comes New Year Resolutions.  Do you remember last year’s resolution? What is your money resolution for 2010?... Continue reading

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Menzfit Happy Hour at Union Trust

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BYOB-Bring Your Own Blow -Dryer Event at Salon L’Etoile

Bring Your Own Blow-Dryer Event Salon L’Etoile www.salonletoile.com February 8th, 2010 Monday, 6-8 pm Want to have great looking new hair in the... Continue reading