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June 2012

Banks Could Make It Easier to Close Accounts

by Luke Landes
Dollar bill

Closing a bank account in the twenty-first century, when a good portion of your banking is handled electronically, can be a cumbersome task. I created a bank switch kit earlier this year to help consumers organize their actions and take the correct steps to move your money from one bank to another without encountering any ... Continue reading this article…

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Bill Maher Buys a Share of the New York Mets

by Luke Landes
Mr. Met

Over the weekend, political comedian Bill Maher revealed he invested in the New York Mets. As you could imagine, the polarizing figure’s investment spurred mixed reaction. Those who share his liberal views consider the investment to be solid, while those who disagree with the outspoken television show host pointed out the hypocrisy of the investment. ... Continue reading this article…

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Use Your Emergency Fund When You Quit

by Luke Landes
Chess pieces

Last week, I offered eight questions you should consider before quitting your job, and one of those questions pertained to the preparedness of your emergency fund. A reader, Qixx, pointed out that the decision to quit your job is not an emergency, and shouldn’t warrant dipping into cash set aside for true emergencies. The loss ... Continue reading this article…

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Stop Facebook From Using Your Information for Advertising

by Luke Landes
Facebook

I generally don’t buy clothing that displays noticeable branding. I’m not completely immune from allowing my body to be used as a billboard, however. Although I don’t wear shirts emblazoned with “GAP” across the front, someone who checks me out from the back might see a Lee or Levi’s label. Some shirts might have a ... Continue reading this article…

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