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3 Financial Products That Do Double-Duty 10/22/2015 08:00pm • It's hard to put a finger on exactly when multitasking became the norm, but it may have been sometime around when smartphones started occupying a place in everyone's pocket and purse. Now that your phone can look up GPS directions while you listen to a podcast and text your friend, doing one thing 3 Strategies to Avoid Soaring ATM Fees 10/22/2015 08:00pm • You probably don't need a survey or statistic to alert you that ATM fees are higher than ever. But in case you do: Earlier this month, Bankrate.com released a survey of 25 banks in large cities, which concluded that the average cost of using an out-of-network ATM is now $4.52, a record. That's the Trick or treat? How to spot retail traps 10/21/2015 02:00pm • Treats and trickery are popular themes this month as families prepare to celebrate Halloween. They're also strategies used by retailers to get consumers to spend more. Customers focused on getting a bargain may not notice the following traps used to part them with their hard-earned cash. And t Simple guide to paying off lingering debt 10/21/2015 10:00am • If you find yourself collecting more and more debt while struggling to figure out how you will ever pay it all off, it might be time to develop a step-by-step strategy. Paying off debt starts with making a budget and continues with changing your habits and rewarding yourself for progress. A few cont 6 Financial Lessons Your Kids Can Learn From Halloween 10/20/2015 08:00pm • Whether you're hosting a Halloween party for the kids this year, or everyone's getting ready for trick-or-treating, working with a budget can keep your Halloween costs down.The National Retailer Federation predicts consumers will spend $6.9 billion on Halloween this year, with an average of $74 per A Remote Worker's Guide to Conference Calls 10/20/2015 08:00pm • The thing about calling into meetings is -- sorry, were you going to say something? Oh, nevermind, OK. The thing about conference calls is -- oh, good, Steve just joined the call. Late as always. Ahem. Here's the thing: Calling into a meeting as a remote employee is a lot harder than one might Smart Shopping Tricks to Make Your Budget Last All Month 10/19/2015 08:00pm • We can all use ways to stretch our paycheck each month, but it's not always easy to know which expenses to focus on minimizing first. The fact is, some costs are easier to trim down than others. The dozen strategies below will help you always score the lowest price, making it easier for your budget Keeping Communication Lines Open in a Health Crisis 10/15/2015 08:00pm • When you're in the midst of a personal or family health crisis, so much happens at once. Between making decisions, absorbing medical twists and turns, and just trying to stay calm, it's hard to keep everyone you care about updated and informed. One way is to connect through online health tools that Don't Get Scared Off By Halloween Prices 10/14/2015 08:00pm • Looking to celebrate Halloween in bloodcurdling high style at a low price? You need not pay a sawed-off arm or a leg, or have a wooden stake driven through your financial heart. Here are a variety of ways you can save and still have a werewolf-like "howling-at-the-moon" good time. No Screaming Becau 9 frugal gifts to give your boss on Boss's Day 10/14/2015 11:00am • Boss's Day is on Oct. 16, and you can give your boss a thoughtful and memorable gift to show your appreciation -- even if you're on a budget. Whether you're shopping for your supervisor or a team of executives, you can impress the boss with a practical and affordable gift for the office or otherwise Inside the World of Fashion Resellers 10/13/2015 08:00pm • Courtney Mirenzi, 29, of Austin, Texas, has always loved thrifting, scouring thrift shops for stylish bargains such as a sequined cocktail dress or designer handbag. Those thrift store finds don't always come in her size, however, so about two years ago, she started reselling items on eBay. Now, i Survey: A strong holiday shopping season on the way 10/13/2015 08:37am • WASHINGTON — It looks like a strong holiday shopping season is coming up. More Americans are going to do some holiday shopping this year than in 2014, and that 80 percent of them are planning to spend as much or more this year than last, according to a consumer forecast by the International Co How to Save $200 More Per Month 10/12/2015 12:00pm • It's not difficult to save an extra $200 per month without having to change how you live your life. You might be able to negotiate lower rates for services you use and significantly cut the costs of your purchases through the strategic use of coupon codes. You can even get paid to shop by using an o How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate With REITs 10/08/2015 08:00pm • For the average small real estate investor, outright ownership of an office building, a local shopping center, a warehouse, or even an apartment complex is a dream that will go unrealized. However, there is an investment vehicle that does allow smaller investors to participate in the commercial ma 8 ways to save money on an engagement ring 10/08/2015 07:00am • December is the most popular time of the year to get engaged, according to wedding planning website The Knot. If you're planning a special proposal for the holiday season, now is the perfect time to start shopping for that engagement ring. Here are some ways to celebrate the most romantic moment