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save money on pet care

By Elle Martinez

Last month we took our cat in for his well care visit and rabies shot. All in all, it went well; next visit he has to have some blood work done to monitor any side effects of his current medication. Having him has been a treat for us, but it’s also a responsibility and pet costs can really add up.

With the economy affecting so many people, including pet owners, I wanted to share some tips on how you can save money on pet care for your furry (or feathered) friend. 7 Ways to Save Money on Taking Care of Your Pet

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black friday deals
By Stacey Bumpus

Black Friday is undoubtedly the most exciting shopping day of the year. Retailers go out of their way to present amazing offers that you simply can’t pass up, whether you’re buying for someone else or treating yourself to a great holiday gift.

But just because your favorite stores are advertising Black Friday deals doesn’t mean you should jump on every one you see. Believe it or not, there are some items you should pass up on this major shopping holiday. Here are 8 items for which retailers rarely offer the best Black Friday deals: Don’t Waste Money on Black Friday Deals: 8 Things You Shouldn’t Buy

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groupon

By Casey Bond

A $25 restaurant gift certificate for $2. An hour-long Swedish massage at half-off. Some deals are just too good to pass up. After all, when it comes to daily deals and coupon sites like Groupon, the more you spend, the more you save. Think You’re Saving Money with Groupon? Think Again

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black friday

By Stacey Bumpus

Black Friday kicks off the biggest shopping time of the year as people begin racking up Christmas gifts for family and friends. Of course, everyone knows Black Friday offers the opportunity to save money with amazing discounts on popular items, but with the growing popularity of online shopping, many retailers have started offering their deals prior to Black Friday, especially via their websites. Guide to Making the Most of Black Friday 2011

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rich friendsBy Casey Bond

The best things in life are supposedly free, so why does your friendship end up costing so much money? Shopping sprees, lavish vacations, fancy dinners–sometimes you have to choose between hanging out with the girls and paying the rent. 4 Tips for Keeping Your Rich Friends Without Going Broke

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traveling on a budget

By Jennifer Calonia

As we head into November, Americans are scrambling to book a cheap holiday before 2011 comes to a close. Whether you’re traveling across country to visit the parents, or rounding up the little ones en masse for a holiday reunion this season, there are many money saving tips for those traveling on a budget. Top 10 Money Saving Holiday Travel Tips

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vampire electronics

You’ll likely see kids outside dressed as vampires on Halloween. Did you know that you actually have vampires in your home? Not Dracula type vampires that suck blood while you sleep (at least I hope not), but electronic vampires that suck electricity while you sleep. These vampires don’t leave bites on necks, but they do take bites out of wallets, and getting rid of them will help in saving money. Vampire Electronics: Sucking Away Your Dollars

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Thousands of iPhone fans lined up this morning (and some as early as 2 weeks ago) to take advantage of the new iPhone 4s, which went on sale today in the United States. With this being the first time that the iPhone will be released to more than one carrier, customers have an opportunity to save more money on their device.

Jobs’ iPhone 4S Is a Huge Hit iPhone 4S Hits Stores, Draws Huge Crowds

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halloween money saving tips


By Jennifer Calonia

As Halloween rises from the crypt for another season, so does our zeal for nightmarish festivities. In a 2011 Halloween Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey conducted by the National Retail Federation (NRF,) 68.6 percent of Americans plan on celebrating Halloween this year.

However, with household budgets tightening up due to economic and employment pressures, saving money with creative corner-cutting can turn your Halloween finance horrors into a night of frugal fun. Go Banking Rates Guide to Saving Money this Halloween

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google motorola deal

By Stacey Bumpus

Recently, Google announced it had entered into a deal with Motorola that could have a huge impact on the mobile phone world, especially to mobile phone users in search of a way to save money on their bill through more mobile options. Will the Google Motorola Deal Convert iPhone Fanatics to Android Users?

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