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Debt-Free Diet

Four years ago Monique A. Harps contended with more than $104,000 in debt. Although the…

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3 Ways to Achieve Your Financial New Year’s Resolution In Just 30 Days

2012 is here. Is your money right? Use these tips to help you get on-track

Money coach Lynnnette Khalfani-Cox gives you three key tips to help you reach your financial…

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How to Handle Holiday Tipping During Tough Times

The current economic situation hasn't changed Americans' tipping habits. See what you can do to show your gratitude without breaking the bank

Etiquette experts at The Emily Post Institute, Inc. provide pointers on holiday tipping during an…

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Ask the Money Coach: How to Improve Your Finances in 2012

What money questions you should ask yourself as you head into 2012

The Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you what money questions you need to ask as…

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The Team You Need for Your Year-End Financial Checkup

At a time when it’s about the parties and festivities, it can be hard to…

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Coping With Depression When Money or Personal Problems Arise During the Holidays

Six tips on how to stay positive and enjoy (or endure) the holiday season

Lynnette Khalfani-Cox gives you six tips on how to handle depression, money and personal problems…

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For many Americans, a big part of the holidays involve giving presents to others. But it’s perfectly fine and feasible to not give gifts to family and friends and still enjoy the holiday season.
	
In fact, if the tough economy or a job layoff has taken a toll on your household budget, this could be the year to not spend any money at all on gifts. Even if you do have money in a bank account to spend, it’s important to realize that there are plenty of other ways to celebrate the season without making all the festivities centered on gift-giving.

	Still, the average American is expected to spend $704 on holiday gifts in 2011, according to the National Retail Federation. Should you opt out of this year’s holiday shopping frenzy like the folks who’ve joined Buy Nothing Day? Perhaps. Here are five reasons why it might be wise not to spend any money at all on gifts on Black Friday and this entire holiday season. —Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

5 Good Reasons To Buy Nothing & Avoid Holiday Shopping Completely

In a troubled economy, it's perfectly fine not to spend money during the holidays

Holiday shopping can land some people in the poor house. Given the current economic downturn…

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The end of the year is quickly drawing to a close. How’s your savings account doing? If you’re slightly strapped for funds, want to boost your cash reserves, or could just use some additional holiday money, now would be a great time to generate some extra income.
	
	I recently shared five ideas to bank some extra bucks by year’s end, including finding seasonal or temporary work. But you don’t have to take on a part-time job or consider changing jobs when you can set up a side business using your skills and talents. A few small projects could give your savings account the boost it needs to get your budget back on track for 2012.
	
Here are five more ways to earn some extra cash before the end of the year. —Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

5 More Ways to Earn Extra Cash Before Year’s End

The time to earn more is now

As the end of the year approaches, now is the time to start planning for…

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Ask the Money Coach: New Bank Fees Are Coming. Here’s What to Expect

Know how the new bank fees will affect your money

Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you how the new bank fees will affect your money

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Ask the Money Coach: A Super Easy Budgeting Tip That Works

Learn how to make the most of your money with this simple rule

Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you how to budget and make the most of your…

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