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What to Do With Your Economic Stimulus Payment (Or Any Found Money)

by Flexo

This week, the Internal Revenue Service of the United States will begin sending direct deposits to those who qualify for the economic stimulus tax payment and checks soon after. Everyone who is interested in the tax ramifications of this payment should now know that the money received as a result will not be counted as ... Continue reading this article…

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This Month in the Archives: Second Life, Credit Cards at Fault, and Inexpensive Flights

by Flexo

Here are some more articles from Octobers past at Consumerism Commentary. Articles here have changed over the past few years, so you may notice some stylistic differences as you go back in time. Here are some selections from the second half of October, 2006: * The Virtual Reality Economy of Second Life * Wall Street ... Continue reading this article…

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October’s First Half in Consumerism Commentary History

by Flexo

Here’s a look at a small selection of the stuff I posted here in the first half of October over the last few years. If they’re new to you, read and leave some comments. October 1-15, 2005 * Negotiating for Salary: Men vs. Women * Staying Away from Fund Fees * Kids Want the Darnedest ... Continue reading this article…

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Best Of 2005

by Flexo

As the year is coming to a close, and I will be less available over the next few days, the opportunity is perfect for taking a look at Consumerism Commentary and compiling a list of “best” (or most popular) entries from the year. This will be the 570th entry in 2005, but only a few ... Continue reading this article…

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Carnival of Personal Finance #19

by Flexo

Welcome to the Carnival of Personal Finance, 19th edition! You are visiting Consumerism Commentary, a website where I discuss my personal finances with links to related news with commentary every once in a while. Here is a little about me and this website. You can browse my latest updates or start with the “Best Of ... Continue reading this article…

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Saving With Low Income, Part 3

by Flexo

In this series, I’ve been taking a look at MP Dunleavey’s article offering a plethora of ways to save when income is tight. Here are more of the suggestions submitted by users and compiled by the article’s author. Part One is here and Part Two is here. * Buy generic instead of brand-name products. The ... Continue reading this article…

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Investing After Katrina

by Flexo

Here are some articles that touch on how to concentrate investments post-Katrina. Jim Jubak says stay away from sectors that will take a strong hit due to rising energy and commodity prices in addition to retailers that rely on low-income consumers. Instead, head towards companies that stand to gain the economic shift that Katrina has ... Continue reading this article…

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