roundups

The Ten Worst Money Mistakes Anyone Can Make [Free Money Finance] “You must avoid the financial pitfalls that can significantly derail your finances. Here they are along with some suggestions for avoiding them.”

5 Questions Couples Should Ask in the Money Talk [Wise Bread] “If you are thinking about living with someone or getting married, sit down as a couple early on and ask yourselves the following questions.”

71 Ways to Save on Taxes Now [Kiplinger] “Don’t wait until you file your return to find ways to lower your tax bill. These moves will help you save throughout the year.”

Solve your health care challenges [CNN Money] “Try these strategies to cure what ails you when it comes to getting and paying for medical care.”

A Toolkit for Women Seeking a Raise [NY Times] “A new study concludes that women need to take a different approach than men.”

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How to find a car’s ‘real’ price [MSN Money] “Actual dealer cost is elusive, and the ‘invoice price’ is just one clue. But you can get an idea of dealer cost, and that will help in negotiating the price you pay.”

Seven Easy Steps to Your Dream Job [The Simple Dollar] “Pretty good advice for any “dream job” a person might have.”

We’re flunking personal finance [Washington Post] “The financial teaching grade is in for teachers — and it’s not good.”

Social Security: Get to know your options [Vanguard] “Your personal circumstances—such as whether you have other savings or sources of income—can affect the path you’ll take.”

How to Appraise Home Appraisers [Wall Street Journal] “A low appraisal is one of the more common reasons that transactions fall apart these days.”

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The Best Time to Buy Guide for 75 Products and Services [Go Frugal Blog] “Before you make another major purchase, check with this guide to know when the best time to buy is.”

5 Savings Tips for Soon-to-Be Retirees [Smart Money] “Here are five ways to boost your retirement savings — even later in life.”

Simplify Your Financial Life [Kiplinger] “Now is the perfect time to do some financial spring cleaning, from tossing old papers to digitizing important documents.”

How Much to Donate? God Knows [NY Times] “Of the $229 billion that Americans donated in 2009, about half went to religious institutions.”

Cash Provides a Cushion [Wall Street Journal] “People who lose their jobs often think about using a severance package to pay off debts. Instead they should focus on conserving cash.”

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How to Ask for a Raise [Free Money Finance] “Here are some steps to take when asking for a raise.”

How to appeal your tax assessment [MSN Money] “Now that home prices are sinking, your tax bill should be shrinking, too. If it hasn’t, take action.”

5 Cost-Saving Tips for Moving Time [Kiplinger] “Decamp mid month and other ways to save without schlepping it yourself.”

Penny-Pinching Is Fine, but It Won’t Save the Profligate [NY Times] “Perhaps, despite common wisdom, the small ways to save don’t really help us. They can even hurt us by fooling us into believing we are making genuine financial changes when we’re not.”

20 ways to save green by going green [Smart Spending] “Retailers offer discounts for eco-friendly practices, but savings can be slim.”

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8 keys to maximizing your 401k [MSN Money] “Savings and investment choices aren’t the only things that influence the size of your next egg. These tips will help you make the right moves.”

6 Ways to Save Money on Eyeglasses [Wise Bread] “Before you fork out big dollars, read our tips for saving big on your eye care expenses!”

8 money missteps that can really hurt you financially [USA Today] “Don’t compound your problems by making these eight major money missteps.”

Financial literacy: What’s your grade? [Smart Spending] “More people are giving themselves higher marks for being money-savvy, but survey indicates many still need help.”

What to Do If Your Boss Is the Problem [Wall Street Journal] “Here are ways to deal with a difficult boss without scuttling your career.”

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Seven Steps to Get Out of Debt [Free Money Finance] “I’ve counseled scores of people through the years — some with tens of thousands of dollars in debt — and have seen these principles help them become debt-free.”

21 ways to cut expenses in retirement [MSN Money] “You can get by with a smaller nest egg by using these frugal strategies.”

6 biggest retirement mistakes [CNN Money] “We asked financial experts about the missteps they see most often and how to avoid them.”

5 Personal Finance Apps for the iPad [Smart Money] “Here are a few personal finance apps that are currently available for the new device.”

That Was Then, This Is Now [Wall Street Journal] “In November, we asked a panel of financial advisers for their 2010 recommendations. We caught up with them recently to see if they have changed their minds.”

— FREE MONEY FINANCE