August, 2009

Amid Credit Crunch, Retailers Bring Back Layaway

For years it was a staple of department stores that allowed cash-strapped customers to reserve merchandise and pay it off later. But layaway largely faded away by the 1990s, replaced by the convenience of credit cards. Now, it's staging a comeback.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Amid Credit Crunch, Retailers Bring Back ...

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Publishing Your Own Book: eBook or Traditional Print Format?

The following is a guest post from David at MoneyNing, who recently published his own budget travel book. He graciously wrote this post when I asked about this entrepreneurial pursuit. If you like what you see, I encourage you to check out his personal finance blog for more. In the good ole’ days, only ...

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Priceless Advice From ‘The Undercover Economist’

Economist and part-time advice guru Tim Harford uses the cutthroat principles of economics and capitalism to help guide you through life's little quandaries.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Priceless Advice From 'The Undercover Economist'...

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The Truth About Taxes

Note: Although I try to keep GRS a politics-free zone, today’s topic is inherently political. I’ve stayed as neutral as possible in the article, but I know that there’ll be some political discussion in the comments. Please keep conversation civil, as always. Because I was frustrated with my own ignorance about the U.S. federal budget and ...

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SC Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer Advises Mark Sanford to Leave

Former GOP presidential hopeful being urged to leave South Carolina Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer (Photo: schotline.wordpress.com) At one time, South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford was one of the most vocal critics of President Clinton during the Monica Lewinsky scandal. He insisted that the best thing for the country was that Mr. Clinton step down, because his actions ...

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