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Make your big day special without the huge expense
Published : July 31, 2009
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(ARA) - It's no secret, weddings are notoriously expensive and brides are infamously frivolous. Most women dream of their perfect wedding for years. Though pockets may be tight as couples look for ways to make smart, long-term financial decisions, it doesn't mean the happy bride and groom-to-be have to sacrifice on their big day. It's easier than ever to have a budget-friendly dream wedding. Follow these five simple ways to keep it frugal and fabulous: Be thoughtful a...... Read full article
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The American dream still inspires, even as it evolves, study reveals
Published : July 31, 2009
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(ARA) - Shattered nest eggs, daunting unemployment rates and drastically depreciated home values -- the current financial crisis has no more power to kill the American dream, it seems, than did the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl or the two World Wars.Nearly three-quarters of all Americans still believe they can achieve the American dream in their lifetimes, and a third feel they already have, according to The 2009 MetLife Study of the American Dream, based on more than 2,200 onl...... Read full article
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Buying a computer? Coupons aren't just for groceries, you know
Published : July 31, 2009
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(ARA) - You've been contemplating a new computer for awhile. Laptop or desktop -- it doesn't matter; you need to replace your machine because it is slower than it takes your teenage children to complete an assigned household chore. And in the case of your computer, carefully constructed reminders don't help it work any faster.Of course, you've carefully analyzed and compared different computer brands with what you need. You've considered travel, personal versu...... Read full article
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Online coupons make it easy to save
Published : July 31, 2009
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(ARA) - With warm weather already here, adults and children alike flock to the outdoors for sports, recreation and home improvement.Having a lengthy to-do list is not uncommon in the summer. Finding time to get the yard work done, complete some repairs on the house and fit in some outdoor exercise isn't easy, let alone making the time needed to buy all the requisite gear.Last year, Americans spent more than $130 billion while shopping online, a growth of more than 6 percent o...... Read full article
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Savings chic: Savvy shoppers setting the trend for everyday savings
Published : July 31, 2009
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(ARA) - Savvy shopping is the latest trend for Americans looking for thrifty ways to save every day and stretch their dollars as far as possible.According to recent survey conducted by Bank of America and Dan Ariely, Duke University professor of behavioral economics and author of "Predictably Irrational,"comparison shopping, seeking advice prior to making purchases and taking advantage of discount and reward programs are some of consumers' biggest behavioral changes as a result o...... Read full article
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