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Save money while shopping by averting your eyes

Mon, Dec 10, 2012 12:01 PM by Jeanette Mulvey, BusinessNewsDaily

A study has shown that shoppers tend to buy items at the center of store displays because their eyes subconsciously look straight while shopping.
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It's Green Monday 2012!
Mon, Dec 10, 2012 8:00 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
The second Monday in December is often one of the busiest online shopping days of the season.
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Consumer concern for water infrastructure grows
Thu, Dec 06, 2012 10:45 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
The Xylem 2012 Value of Water Index reveals growing consumer concern about our nation’s water infrastructure and that the majority of Americans are willing to pay for improvements.
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Finance resolutions top consumers' 2013 goals

Thu, Dec 06, 2012 10:42 AM by David Mielach, BusinessNewsDaily

Sixty-five percent of consumers say they will be are saving for long-term goals compared with just 29 percent saving for short-term goals.
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5 year-end tax tips for 2012
Wed, Dec 05, 2012 12:55 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Making a last-minute charitable donation and using up your flexible spending account are just two important year-end tax tips.
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Consumers contemplate Walmart mortgages

Wed, Dec 05, 2012 8:45 AM

Displeasure with the mortgage industry has one-third of consumers saying, if offered, they would consider getting a mortgage from Walmart.
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Take the 'Made in America Christmas' pledge
Tue, Dec 04, 2012 11:55 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Buying American-made goods can create new jobs and give a much-needed boost to the nation's economy.
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Do women pay more when using credit cards? [Infographic]

Mon, Dec 03, 2012 4:46 PM

Among people with low financial literacy, one group is more likely to carry a balance, pay the minimum, pay a late fee and other problematic behaviors.
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Watch: What to do with a $50,000 cash gift?
Mon, Dec 03, 2012 2:00 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
CNBC's personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson counsels a couple on how best to spend a large cash wedding gift.
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Online grocery coupons for December 2012
Sun, Dec 02, 2012 10:00 PM by Robin Shreeves
Some of the best coupons for natural and organic products to be found online.
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Watch: Are we in a recession?
Fri, Nov 30, 2012 2:07 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
CNN's Ali Velshi speaks with economist Laskhman Achuthan about the state of the nation's economy.
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Don't worry, holiday deals still abound

Wed, Nov 28, 2012 4:47 PM by Sean Captain, TechNewsDaily

Online retailers and big box stores have made Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals a week-long event.
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Turn old electronics into holiday cash
Wed, Nov 28, 2012 8:52 AM by Robin Shreeves
If you've upgraded and have old Apple products or other cellphones lying around, Gazelle will give you cash. It's fast, easy and the company will even send you a box and pay for shipping.
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Income inequality greatest in New Mexico
Wed, Nov 28, 2012 8:00 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
A study by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities examines the widening income gap on a state-by-state level.
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Watch: Mashable’s COO discusses Giving Tuesday
Tue, Nov 27, 2012 8:00 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
Watch Mashable COO Sharon Feder discusses this inaugural event.
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