Of my top ten saving strategies is Number 4: Enjoy Free Stuff.
You: How can somebody do that?
Easy.  Just play on the swings or dance in the leaves.
You: Seriously?  I’m an adult.
Not going to lie to you – you might get some looks on the swing set.   Still, well worth it.  Or try something similar [...]

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Michael on January 22nd, 2010
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As common as identity theft has become, I am amazed at the poor password practices of many people I interact with.
You: Because I use my significant other’s name as my password?
That’s one example.  But, at least according to this New York Times article, there are far more egregious examples.   When a hacker was able [...]

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Michael on January 15th, 2010
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Turns out Beyond Paycheck to Paycheck readers do like polls.
You: Was that an actual survey question?
No.
You: Then how do you know?
Based on the quantity of votes cast, some issues definitely get people energized to respond.  Here are some of the interesting results from the recent polls.

While only 10% of you use cash for most of [...]

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Michael on January 11th, 2010
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Michael on January 8th, 2010
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Michael on January 6th, 2010
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Michael on January 4th, 2010
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