Ordering a cocktail or a glass of wine (or three) when out to dinner can significantly inflate your bill. Consider getting water or a non-alcoholic beverage instead, then perhaps having a glass of ...

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By making employer-provided meals, lodging, transportation benefits and work gyms taxable, Republicans estimate they could save $157 billion over 10 years. However, it would mean taxes for average ...

The “don’t buy” challenge is an easy way to practice intentional spending. This challenge requires you to make a list of ...

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