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Should You Tame Your Facebook Tags? - 0 views

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Consider your privacy settings for Facebook and Twitter, as well as untagging certain images and deleting what you have send out in status updates.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Consider your privacy settings for Facebook and Twitter, as well as untagging certain images and deleting what you have send out in status updates.</div>

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Save Money by Buying a Chest Freezer - 0 views

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Buying a chest freezer has allowed me to save money buy being able to buy in bulk, pay less for meat and make larger meals to freeze the leftovers.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Buying a chest freezer has allowed me to save money buy being able to buy in bulk, pay less for meat and make larger meals to freeze the leftovers. </div>

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Three Types of Bonds - 0 views

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Bonds are very popular when stock markets are choppy and because of strong historical returns. There are many different types of bonds.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Bonds are very popular when stock markets are choppy and because of strong historical returns. There are many different types of bonds. </div>

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Money Can Buy Happiness - 0 views

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I have come to believe that money CAN buy happiness - you just have to spend it on the right things.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I have come to believe that money CAN buy happiness - you just have to spend it on the right things. </div>

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Budgeting: One Size Doesn't Fit All Mr. Allen - 0 views

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I'm not someone who needs a new couch every few years. But that doesn't mean it's not important to you! And if it is, it should be in your budget!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I'm not someone who needs a new couch every few years. But that doesn't mean it's not important to you! And if it is, it should be in your budget! </div>

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Don't Let Money Rule Your Life - 0 views

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A number of studies support the claim that money ultimately makes people unhappy. How do you make it so that money doesn't rule your life?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A number of studies support the claim that money ultimately makes people unhappy. How do you make it so that money doesn't rule your life?</div>

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Should You Invest in Commodities? - 0 views

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Should you invest in commodities? It's important to realize that commodities trading comes with an increased amount of perceived risk.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Should you invest in commodities? It's important to realize that commodities trading comes with an increased amount of perceived risk.</div>

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I'm a Fan of Gift Cards, But At What Cost? - 0 views

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It sounds like buying gift cards can do no wrong, but that is not exactly the case. Those gift cards might be stolen.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">It sounds like buying gift cards can do no wrong, but that is not exactly the case. Those gift cards might be stolen.</div>

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How Much Money Do I Need To Retire? - 0 views

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Wondering how much money do I need to retire? These quick retirement calculations can help you find out what you need to retire in Canada.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Wondering how much money do I need to retire? These quick retirement calculations can help you find out what you need to retire in Canada.</div>

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Budget Buster: Home Gym or Health Club? - 0 views

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We have been discussing our workout options, either buy some exercise equipment or join a health club. Which option is more budget friendly?

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Putting Your Best Foot Forward for Job Interviews - 0 views

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Since an interview can make or break your chances of getting an offer, here is how you can put your best foot forward when preparing for an interview.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Since an interview can make or break your chances of getting an offer, here is how you can put your best foot forward when preparing for an interview.</div>

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4 Transactions You Should Complete with a Credit Card - 0 views

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Even though it can be easy to fall into the debt trap when you use a credit card, the truth is that sometimes it's best to use a credit card.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Even though it can be easy to fall into the debt trap when you use a credit card, the truth is that sometimes it's best to use a credit card.</div>

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Etrade Review Reveals The Pros and Cons - You Cannot Afford to Skip This! - 0 views

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If you are looking for a place to park your retirement account, and do a little buy and hold investing, Etrade might not be a bad option, and very active traders can benefit from lower commissions. However, for the occasional trader might do better elsewhere.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">If you are looking for a place to park your retirement account, and do a little buy and hold investing, Etrade might not be a bad option, and very active traders can benefit from lower commissions. However, for the occasional trader might do better elsewhere.</div>

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Marrying For Money and Earning Potential - 0 views

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Many people jump on the idea of marrying for money, or the earning potential of a partner, despite how many relationships run into trouble because of financial decisions.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Many people jump on the idea of marrying for money, or the earning potential of a partner, despite how many relationships run into trouble because of financial decisions. </div>

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Don't Lie On Your Resume! - 0 views

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You might be tempted to give your resume a boost. Instead of lying, here are resume tips that can help your resume stand out without any extra flair.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">You might be tempted to give your resume a boost. Instead of lying, here are resume tips that can help your resume stand out without any extra flair. </div>

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The Importance of Negotiating the Perfect Relocation Package - 0 views

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Even with your company's help, moving is an expensive proposition. To protect your income and savings, you'll want to negotiate a relocation package with your company.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Even with your company's help, moving is an expensive proposition. To protect your income and savings, you'll want to negotiate a relocation package with your company. </div>

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Three ways to buy bonds - 0 views

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What is the best way to buy bonds? There is no perfect answer to this question. Let's walk through some different options with these ways to buy bonds.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What is the best way to buy bonds? There is no perfect answer to this question. Let's walk through some different options with these ways to buy bonds. </div>

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Four key areas of a Group Retirement Plan - 0 views

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Although Defined Benefit Pension coverage is dropping, employers are not giving up on retirement plans. 50% of Canadians participate in a Capital Accumulation Plan (Group RRSP, DC Pension or DPSP) of some sort.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Although Defined Benefit Pension coverage is dropping, employers are not giving up on retirement plans. 50% of Canadians participate in a Capital Accumulation Plan (Group RRSP, DC Pension or DPSP) of some sort.</div>

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How Much Are You Earning In Your Bank Account? - 0 views

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Canadians are holding billions of dollars in regular savings and chequing accounts, but how much are you earning in your bank account?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Canadians are holding billions of dollars in regular savings and chequing accounts, but how much are you earning in your bank account?</div>

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RRSPs: Taking Money Out - 0 views

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What happens when you want to take money out of your RRSP? Here are the RRSP withdrawal rules you'll need to know.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What happens when you want to take money out of your RRSP? Here are the RRSP withdrawal rules you'll need to know.</div>

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