roundups

7 Reasons Why Bond Ladders Are Bad for Investors [Money Watch] “My case against ladders.”

3 Steps to Strengthen Your Emergency Fund [Christian Personal Finance] “There are basically three things you need to analyze about your emergency fund, and then make the appropriate changes.”

Don’t settle for less than the best in your 401(k) plan [Market Watch] “What are the best features for a 401(k) plan?”

How to Get a Free FICO Credit Score [Money Talks News] “New rules that might deliver a free look at your score started this Jan. 1.”

The Costs of End-of-Life Care [Wall Street Journal] “Whatever you think health-care costs are going to be toward the end of life, you’ve probably underestimated.”

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ETFs you do (and don’t) want to own [CNN Money] “With over 1,000 to choose from, investing in ETFs can be tricky. Experts break it down with their recommendations.”

Cook More, Eat Out Less: 7 Highly Effective Habits [Money Watch] “The habits that have helped me stay committed [to saving on eating out] thus far.”

Frugal Lessons from People Who Survived the Great Depression [Frugal Confessions] “The Great Depression left a great impression on their thoughts, their styles, and their habits.”

Five Best New Cheap Cars (Under $20K) To Consider [Wallet Pop] “An iffy economy and high unemployment rate make a flock of new vehicles priced below $20,000 well timed for their 2011 debuts.”

35 Things NOT to do When Ordering Delivery [Budgets are Sexy] “The following is a list of things to consider the next time you decide to order delivery from a local restaurant.”

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6 Ways to Save Money on iPads, iPhones, and Macs [Wise Bread] “Here are six ways you can ‘go Apple’ and save some money while you’re at it.”

How Not to Land a Job: 18 Interview No-Nos [Money Talks News] “Avoid these mistakes – some common and others just weird – at your next interview.”

Keep Your Ride Rolling: Tips For a Longer Lasting Car [Mint Life Blog] “Some good advice for my fellow car owners.”

The Importance of Salary Negotiation [Get Rich Slowly] “No matter how much money an employer offers you, it’s never Enough. Ask for more.”

5 Bad Financial Decisions and How to Recover [Yahoo Finance] “Some frequent missteps consumers make as they navigate their finances.”

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Eight resolutions for retirement savers in 2011 [MarketWatch] “Now that 2010 year-end statements are arriving in the mail it’s time to get back on the grid — and to make sure you start 2011 on the right foot, especially with your retirement accounts.”

Extra Income Online: 5 Websites That Can Seriously Pad Your Pockets [Wise Bread] “Instead of taking on a second, or in some cases, third job to elevate your earnings, consider making use of these websites that can take you from rags to debatable riches.”

11 Tricks to Cutting Travel Costs in 2011 [NY Times] ” Here are 11 strategies — and some useful Web sites — to help you save on travel this year.”

30 Things Broke People Say (That Keep Them Broke) [Smart on Money] “Why save money? You can’t take it with you when you die!”

Save Money on Gas, Food and Travel: 13 Smart Tricks [MoneyWatch] “Here are 13 ways to trim some of these everyday expenses.”

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8 Unexpected Ways to Generate Extra Cash [MintLife Blog] “Alternatives to help supplement income or even simply maintain it, aside from asking for more job perks.”

How to Take Control of Your Finances in 2011 [Get Rich Slowly] “Here are eleven simple but effective steps to build a better financial future.”

Slow and Steady Saving Still Pays [Wall Street Journal] “Steady savings and the passage of time can benefit younger 401(k) investors.”

Will your pet bankrupt you? [MSN Money] “Before you adopt that cute mutt or exotic fish, be sure you know what the animal’s needs are — and that you have a plan to deal with unexpected expenses.”

25 Toughest Interview Questions of 2010 [MoneyTalksNews] “Some of the weirdest questions employers asked their prospective employees in 2010.”

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The Best Charities in America [Yahoo Finance] “The best charities in the country.”

8 Job-Getting Tips from a Guy Who’s Hired 500 People in the Past 5 Years [Wise Bread] “Here are eight of his tips and hints for successfully navigating the job interview and hiring process.”

10 things to shop for after Christmas [Frugal Village] “If you didn’t get what you wanted from your holiday wish list, it’s likely that you’ll find it for less during year-end and clearance sales. Here are a few items to look for.”

The 10 Golden Rules of Scam Prevention [MoneyTalksNews] “If you follow the 10 Golden Rules of Scam Prevention, or even some of them, you’ll never be foolishly parted from your money again.”

5 tips to make returning gifts almost as easy as getting them [Consumer Reports] “For hassle-free returns, read the current fine print (policies are a moving target) and review these tips.”

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