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Are layaway plans or credit cards better for saving money?

Hard times during the Great Depression led to the advent of layaway plans. And while it may be simpler to swipe your credit card at the checkout counter, layaway could be your credit score's saving grace.

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How to Make a Million Dollars

The Wall Street Journal reported that there were 7.5 million millionaires in the world in 2004 -- a record number. Want to be one, too? Researchers have found quite a few common traits that most millionaires possess.

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What if I stopped paying bills?

If you miss a monthly payment to your credit card company, your credit score will drop and your credit report will show it. What else would happen if you stopped paying your bills completely?

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What's the deal with dollar stores?

It's easy to tally your bill at a dollar store, but simple calculations aren't the only reason to shop at one. Thanks to the recent economic downturn, dollar stores are becoming more popular than ever, no matter what you're buying.

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Top 5 Ways to Lower Your Financial Stress

Money woes can take a toll on your health and relationships. But the good news is that there are things you can do to lower your financial stress right now. Take a deep breath, slow down, and check out our list.

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Know how to budget?

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In tough economic times, we all start to look at trimming our expenses. Take our budgeting quiz to find out how savvy you are with your money and get a few money-saving tips along the way.