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Steve @ Grocery Alerts writes How to shop at Costco for free – without a membership - We had a Costco membership in 2012 but for this year we decided not to renew our Costco membership. I am going to show 3 ways how you can shop at Costco without a membership (so you can shop at Costco for free).

Gary @ Gajizmo.com writes Reasons You Should Change Jobs – The best ways to improve your future financial security are to increase your earned income through a career or home business, invest wisely, and limit your spending. This article advises readers on when and why it may be time to change jobs.

John S @ Frugal Rules writes 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Graduated From College – It’s sadly been too long since I graduated from college. There are a number of things I wish I knew before I did, chiefly among them avoiding debt, investing early by taking advantage of a 401k and networking all with the intention of growing professionally as well as growing my wealth.

Mr.CBB @ Canadian Budget Binder writes Financially Savvy Teen Budgets Her Money Using The Cash Envelope System – At just 17 years old Eva is well on her way to becoming financially independent because she is investing in building her knowledge up about personal financial literacy. Teens today really do need a kick-start like Eva has gotten from her parents from a young age. Now she budgets her money using the envelope system. Enjoy this inspiring story as it brings upon you strength, a desire and a passion to see the children of tomorrow succeed.

Steven @ Canadian Personal Finance writes Bitcoins: Will They Make a Viable Currency? – The recent hype in the bitcoin market has drawn a lot of attention to this digital currency. The question in many people’s minds is whether or not these can make a viable currency. It leads many to question the feasibility of bitcoins to stand the challenges it is currently facing.

Philip @ PT Money writes What Happens to Your Debt When You Die? – Handling a loved one’s debt after they die can be tricky. Make sure you know what to expect and that all the necessary preparations are made to keep things easy. Continue Reading →

Sean @ One Smart Dollar writes 5 Popular Craigslist Scams to Watch Out For – Craigslist can be a great place to buy and sell items however it also comes with risks. Here are some of the biggest Craigslist scams to watch out for.

Nick @ A Young Pro writes How to Advance in Your New Career as a Gen Y Employee – So you are a Gen Y employee starting a new career? Learn how to follow the 20/80 rule to get your career of to a great start and rise through the ranks.

Dividend Growth Investor @ Dividend Growth Investor writes Twenty Dividend Stocks I Recently Purchased for my Dividend Portfolio – I had an old 401 (k) with Fidelity, which was eligible for a rollover. In early April I cashed out the index funds in it, and rolled the money over into an IRA. After that I decided to equally allocate the money in twenty individual dividend stocks.

Glen Craig @ Free From Broke writes Do I Need Life Insurance In Retirement? – Generally you use life insurance until you retire but there are times when you still need life insurance in retirement. See when and why.

Jason Hull @ Hull Financial Planning writes Why You Shouldn’t Obsess Over Your Net Worth – The financial planning industry likes to focus on a target number – your net worth. It’s the wrong metric. Here’s why.

Ryan @ Cash Money Life writes PayPal vs. Dwolla: Which is Right for You? – PayPal has been around a long time, but Dwolla has really low transaction rates – which should you choose? Here’s a comparison of the two! Continue Reading →

Greg @ Club Thrifty writes Save Money, Save the Planet – The U.S. equals 5% of the world population but uses 25% of its natural resources. Check out how you can save the planet and save money at the same time!

John S @ Frugal Rules writes What A Pair of L.L. Bean Slippers Taught M About Customer Service – We often can only think of bad customer service experiences and for good reason as we all have had them. We learned, through a recent experience, that not all companies have given up caring about their customer.

Carrie Smith @ ReadyForZero Blog writes Top 5 Easy Ways to Make Extra Money – Looking for a few easy ways to earn more income this summer? Don’t miss this list of 5 easy ways to make extra money – and have fun dong so!

Miss T. @ Prairie Eco Thrifter writes 5 Ideas for Making Time to Eat at Home – If you want to improve your meal situation, here are 5 ideas for making time to prepare your meals and eat at home:

Edward Antrobus @ Edward Antrobus writes How to Lose Money on Fiverr – I have taken my e-publishing hustle to Fiverr. But without setting careful boundaries, Fiverr can turn into a huge time-suck for very little return.

Philip @ PT Money writes Help the Earth and Your Bottom Line with Green Investing – Here’s a look at what you need to know if you intend to be environmentally friendly with your investing.

Steve @ Grocery Alerts writes 10 best ways to redeem Air Miles from AIR MILES Reward Program – We are avid Air Miles collectors in our house, but their are some Air Miles Dream Rewards redemptions that give you the best return on your hard earned Air Miles. Continue Reading →