3 safe places to stash your cash [CNN Money] “Despite the current market turmoil – rest assured – there are still places where your money has some degree of protection.”

Six Times It’s Easy to Ask for a Discount [Free Money Finance] “Here are some occasions when you’re virtually guaranteed a discount just for asking.”

Beating the Budget Crunch [Smart Money] “Here are ways to reduce spending in five essential categories — without feeling short-changed.”

How Do You Turn Passion into a Career? (And Should You?) [Get Rich Slowly] “How have you figured out what your passion(s) is/are in life, and how have you translated that into a successful career involving your passion(s)?”

Will a freezer save you money? [MSN Money] “With food prices rising, it may be tempting to stock up on sale items for later use. But also consider the initial purchase price of a freezer and the continuing cost of running it.”

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