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Stay at Home Moms Worth $117k?

posted: 276 DAYS 9 HOURS AGO

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This is how much a new study says a mom would make for child care, housework, carpool duties and all the other things a stay at home mom regularly does.

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Openshaw's Guide to Getting Money

posted: 281 DAYS 7 HOURS AGO

filed under: Make More

Jennifer Openshaw offers a few tips on how women can get more money out of investors and banks to start their own businesses. She just scored on that front for her new business, WeSeed.

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12 Ways to Cash In on Your Home

posted: 485 DAYS 5 HOURS AGO

filed under: Economizer, Make More, Personal Finance, Recession, Retirement

Your home may be your castle, but in these uncertain financial times, you might be better off turning it into a cash cow. Here are a dozen ways that you can make cash out of your living space.

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Make the Most of Your 401(k)

posted: 149 DAYS 15 HOURS AGO

filed under: 401(k), Economizer, Make More

What are the most important elements of employer-sponsored retirement plans? Learn the basics of 401(k)s including how they're taxes, how employers may contribute and more.

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Those words usually precede some sort of shady loan arrangement that more than likely will end up costing you big. But there are safe, legitimate ways to get extra cash quickly if you find yourself in suddenly-dire financial straits.

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Top 5 Ways to Get Extra Cash Fast

posted: 485 DAYS 6 HOURS AGO

filed under: Economizer, Make More

Let's face it, who couldn't use a little more money? But when you're in a jam, getting that extra bit of cash to help you pull through might be easier than you think. Check out the ways you can get the cash you need -- and fast.

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Six Hobbies That Can Make You Money

posted: 485 DAYS 6 HOURS AGO

filed under: Economizer, Make More

Looking for extra cash to keep your household afloat in this storm-tossed economy? Maybe it's time to turn your hobby into a business. With some simple marketing moves, you can turn your pastime into cash.

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25 Best Mutual Funds

posted: 485 DAYS 6 HOURS AGO

filed under: Economizer, Make More

Don't be confused about the thousands of mutual funds available. Kiplinger has picked the best stock and bond funds to help you meet your wealth-building goals.

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Top Five Smart Money Moves

posted: 485 DAYS 6 HOURS AGO

filed under: Economizer, Make More

It's especially important to look after your money now as the slowing housing market, rising unemployment and soaring food and gas prices threaten to further deplete consumer's budgets. Check out these preventative measures you can take.

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PERSONAL FINANCE

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Find out which jobs are best bets for these uncertain economic times.

Type	Current	APR
30 yr fixed mtg	4.96%	5.10%
5/1 ARM	4.21%	3.79%
$30K HELOC	5.22%	0.00%
36 month new car loan	6.67%	0.00%
1 yr CD	1.58%	1.59%

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While many areas around the country are cutting jobs, some are thriving. Find out where.

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Some of the country's top businesses were started during the worst economic times. Learn more about small business opportunities and find out if you're ready to take the plunge.

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When looking for retirement help, start with an understanding of the fundamentals. Retirement help begins with the basics of maximizing benefits.

Don't know the difference between an APR and APY? Want to know which options are available for savings accounts? Click below to find those answers and more.