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Lost letter project: Does wealth influence altruism?

Thu, Aug 16, 2012 2:42 PM by Live Science

Ethnic composition or population density did not contribute to whether or not people in a neighborhood delivered a dropped letter.
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The Great Gas Giveaway begins August 15
Tue, Aug 14, 2012 9:18 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Community banks are sponsoring an $80,000 gas giveaway in 20 cities.
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Are smartphone payments secure?
Tue, Aug 14, 2012 2:12 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Paying with your smartphone is handy but it can also leave you vulnerable to malware.
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Watch: Is the economy in a recession?
Fri, Aug 10, 2012 11:22 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Despite economic growth, one financial expert states that the economy is in a recession right now.
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How does the Pay with Square app work?
Wed, Aug 08, 2012 11:52 AM by Robin Shreeves
Starbucks announces the partnership, which allows customers with the Pay with Square app to purchase coffee and more without cash or credit card in hand. How does it work?
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Watch: Paying off $60,000 in debt
Thu, Aug 02, 2012 4:30 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Nestor Cantor is paying off his massive debt load with financial advice from the Financial Empowerment Center.
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Online grocery coupons for August 2012
Wed, Aug 01, 2012 11:19 AM by Robin Shreeves
Some of the best coupons for natural and organic products to be found online.
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For-profit colleges target of Senate investigation
Tue, Jul 31, 2012 12:21 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Senator cites 'overpriced tuition, predatory recruiting practices' in two-year investigation.
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Watch: Saving money on back-to-school supplies
Thu, Jul 26, 2012 1:49 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Stretch your back-to-school budget with these shopping tips.
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Green certification increases home values in California
Tue, Jul 24, 2012 2:00 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Study reveals that green certified homes are valued 9% higher than comparable properties.
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Most millionaires weren't born that way

Mon, Jul 23, 2012 2:51 PM by Chad Brooks, BusinessNewsDaily

Self-made millionaires rely on investments/capital appreciation, compensation and employee stock options/profit-sharing for their fortunes.
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15 free apps that will save you money

Mon, Jul 23, 2012 2:01 PM by Davey Alba, LAPTOP

From deal-making coupons to vacation planning, here are apps for your mobile device that will keep money in your bank account.
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Should I buy a house or a car?
Mon, Jul 23, 2012 1:44 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Housing prices in some cities are lower than automobile prices.
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Costly lesson: For-profit schools' students buried in loan debt

Fri, Jul 20, 2012 9:29 AM

The for-profit school industry, a $30 billion a year industry, has come under increasing scrutiny with critics questioning whether the schools' missions are to educate or turn a profit for their shareholders. The schools say they do both.
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Simple ways to save money when you travel
Thu, Jul 19, 2012 9:30 AM by Starre Vartan
A little extra research can yield serious savings and keep you from blowing your budget.
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