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Car Insurance After a DUI: What You Need To Know

Updated: March 28, 2014 You did something stupid and you got caught. Or someone you know did something stupid and got caught. Fortunately, if you’re reading this, the person involved is still alive and...

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The Best Hotel Credit Cards for 2015

In Part 4 of this series, I write about the best hotel credit cards. If you missed the other parts, I already covered the best all-around rewards credit cards, best airline credit cards, and the best...

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File Taxes Online and Fire Your Accountant

Updated: January 21, 2014 I Saved an Extra $1,000 Using Online Tax Software I’ve been doing my taxes online for the past seven years. During those years, I’ve lived in Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida, and...

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The 5 Best Free Tax Software for 2015

The first thing to know about free tax preparation software is that every legitimate online tax software offers a free version. However, not every free version is legitimate. Brand, ease of use and...

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The Best Renters Insurance for 2015

I’m focusing on the best renters insurance companies after sharing my take on the best home insurance companies in a previous post. With the growing popularity of renting, I conducted some additional...

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The Ultimate Tax Guide for Veterans

As a veteran, there are specific benefits you can take advantage of to maximize your return when you file your individual income taxes. It is extremely beneficial to identify which types of pay and...

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College Scholarship Guide

Higher education costs are at an all-time high, and landing the right scholarship could be the difference between graduating debt-free or paying off loans for years and years. Unlike a loan, a...

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The Employment Guide

Finding new employment is essentially a full-time job in itself. Depending on your personal circumstances, be prepared to dedicate up to 40 hours a week. The whole process could take several months....

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The Retirement Guide

With the future of Social Security and pension plans as unstable as ever, saving for retirement carries a whole new meaning today. In 1950, there were 16.5 people paying into Social Security for every...

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Special Announcement From The Simple Dollar Team

Dear Readers of The Simple Dollar, I’m writing to you today to inform you of some improved changes that you’ll see coming to the site very soon. I ask that you please take a few minutes to read this to...

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The Best Airline Credit Cards of 2015

This year, I decided to take a fresh approach to the best airline credit cards. With rising fares and falling oil, no one knows the future for air travel prices, but these cards will still offer you...

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Best Online Stock Trading Brokers for 2015

I’ve had an online stock trading account since I was 13 years old and I’ve used at least a dozen of the best online stock trading platforms. I’ve gained a few “learning experiences” from managing my...

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The Best Home Insurance for 2015

If you’re looking for the best home insurance in 2015, there are plenty of national and local insurance companies that will want your business. However, it’s hard to decide which company to pick with...

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Most Affordable Online Colleges for 2015

Finding the most affordable online colleges comes down to looking for the best value, not just the lowest cost. You want to get what you pay for and then some, especially given that any degree is a two...

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Affordable Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs in 2015

This is part of a four-part series on affordable online colleges and degree programs. The other articles cover affordable online colleges, affordable online master’s degree programs, and affordable...

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Affordable Online Master’s Degree Programs in 2015

This is part of a four-part series that focuses on affordable online education, specifically online colleges and various degree programs. Other articles in this series cover the most affordable online...

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Affordable Online MBA Programs

This is the final article in a series on affordable online education. We previously covered specifically online colleges and various degree programs, including online bachelor’s and master’s degrees....

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We Gave Eight Households $100 to Spend at the Grocery Store

Can you guess who bought a $62.99 bottle of wine, who spent nearly $50 on pizza rolls and other junk food, and who spent the most on non-food items? We partnered with our friends at Cut to conduct our...

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Best Travel Credit Card for 2017

Summer is almost here and that means we’re about to enter peak travel season. Whether you’re planning a family vacation or looking to travel for business, there’s no doubt that any trip is more...

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Best Rewards Credit Cards of 2017

Everyone wants more rewards. And the best way to pile them up quickly is to choose a rewards card that aligns with your spending habits. If you fly often, focus on cards with travel rewards. Eat out a...

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