Is a Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Taxable?

Posted by Amanda on August 20, 2014

We featured How to Find Class Action Settlements That Owe You Money last week to help you find current settlements you might be eligible for. I’ve had some luck with class action lawsuits in the past. As each post-card sized, class action plea comes in the mail, I fill it out and send it in. […]

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How to Save Money When You Go Away to College

Posted by Kristen on August 19, 2014

Whether you or your child is headed to college for the first time this Fall or you’re going back for another semester, you know it’s going to be costly. It doesn’t have to be hard to save money in college. Here are some simple tips to save on your college checklist: Photo Credit: Rupert Ganzer […]

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8 Tricks You Should Learn From Extreme Couponers

Posted by Kristen on August 18, 2014

If you’ve read my article on 10 TV shows to watch to save money, you might have jumped on board with watching Extreme Couponing. The show is based on coupon lovers who don’t just save a few bucks, but they save hundreds with coupons. Even if you aren’t interested in going to the extreme, here […]

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How to Find Class Action Settlements That Owe You Money

Posted by Madison on August 15, 2014

Do you ever read through some of the Class Action notices you get in the mail? Many times if you fill out the forms, you’re entitled to a cash settlement. However, there are more settlements out there than just the ones that have to mail you a form. We’re featuring class action settlements as our […]

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Questions to Ask Your Landlord Before You Sign the Lease

Posted by Kristen on August 14, 2014

If you’re going to be renting an apartment or home, it isn’t something to just jump into. Before signing the lease, there are many things you need to learn about your potential home that can impact your finances along with your quality of life. Here are questions to ask your landlord before signing the lease: […]

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To be quite honest, I never used to know what our homeowner’s insurance actually covered. We were in the midst of buying our first home in 2009, and I only knew that I had to have it. Because of the time crunch (once we had found the home we wanted), we did not even take […]

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End of Summer Checklist for the College Bound

Posted by Kristen on August 12, 2014

The first summer after high school and on your way to college is definitely one to remember. You can look back at your high school years – either fondly or just happy to be done with them, while also being excited about college and everything that lies ahead. While you’ve probably focused on having a […]

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4 Purchases That Cost You More Than You Think

Posted by Kristen on August 11, 2014

How do you determine you are going to make a purchase? Do you simply look at the price? Maybe you compare the price to other stores or patiently wait until an item goes on sale. No matter what great of a deal you find or what kind of bargain you are getting, there is one […]

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Santander $20/Month Bonus

Posted by Madison on August 8, 2014

Santander is offering you a bonus of $20 per month when you use their direct deposit and bill pay features on a Santander checking and savings account. It’s Free Money Friday and the Santander offer is easy since you can automate it and it will keep repeating! How to Get Your $20 per Month Sign […]

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The funny thing about memories is that you don’t need to spend lots of money or go to lots of far places to make them. In fact, some of the best memories can be made right in your own backyard! The most important thing is to be fully engaged in any activity that you pursue, […]

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