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Go Green: Save Money and Energy this Winter

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By: Kristina Hall, Quizzle.com

As I drive around my neighborhood at night, enjoying the festive exhibits during the holidays, I often ask myself: “How much does it cost to have such an elaborate light display?”

Christmas decorations that light up my street are the first things that get me in the holiday spirit, along with 24 hour Christmas radio and hot cocoa, of course. I’ve noticed that despite the current state of the economy, people are still going all out for the season.

When it comes to energy-efficient appliances, I’m a very firm believer that spending a few extra dollars initially will save you money in the long run. This year, take a new approach to the holidays: Go green to save some green.

5 money-saving websites for the savvy shopper

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By: Jenny Zhang, Quizzle.com There are the people who love to shop because they love the stuff and then there are the people who love a good bargain. Me? I love the bargain. I can…

Don't let the winter season cost you an arm... and a vehicle

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By: Angela Burkhart, Quizzle.com The winter months can prove to be harsh on your vehicle especially if you live in an area where snow is abundant. Don’t let the winter weather…

Save like Scrooge: Money-Saving Ideas for the Holidays

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By: Ann-Marie Murphy, Quizzle.com You don't have to spend a fortune to bring joy to loved ones and create memories this holiday season. If this time of year stresses…

Do peer pressure and saving money mix?

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By: Kristina Hall, Quizzle.com

No matter what your money situation, it’s easy to spend like your money will never run out, especially when the company you keep tends to spend like mad.

One of the perks I had during my recent college experience was living within walking distance of all my friends, which meant rarely needing to spend a lot of money to have a good time. But things are different now and draining my wallet seems to be a consequence of hanging out with friends.

Planning a perfect wedding on the cheap

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By: Angela Burkhart, Quizzle.com

Every girl dreams of having that perfect wedding. But when that time comes, the perfect wedding might be limited to the amount of money the bride and groom are able to contribute.

I'm currently planning for an October 2010 wedding and have already spent $6,000 on my reception alone. A friend of mine is getting married this weekend and planned her entire wedding for under $5,000. So I wondered: In what areas can I and others save money in the wedding planning process, but still achieve that perfect wedding?

7 tips to help you save for a down payment on a home

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By: Angela Burkhart, Quizzle.com

Saving up for your dream home takes patience and focus. Believe me, I know. My fiance and I have been scrimping and saving for several months now so we can buy a home next summer.

Our goal? Save 10 percent of the value of the house we'd like to buy, or approximately $10,000, for a down payment. In our quest to buy our dream home, we've learned a few things that work and a few that don't.

Here are our seven best tips for saving money for a down payment:

1. Check your credit report.

8 ways to stretch your money as a poor, broke college student

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Being a college student can mean a lot of things, but along with all of the fun comes new responsibilities. It's the first time you learn how to do a lot of things on your own, including keeping a personal budget. While it's definitely no Friday night, it's an important part of the college experience, as no one wants to graduate with even more debt.

Along with keeping track of the money coming in and (sigh) the money coming out, here are a few money saving tips to help you while you’re away from home:

7 big money mistakes to avoid

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By Mary Hunt

I’m going to guess you’ve made a financial mistake or two in your life. Who hasn’t? For some of us, it was more than an occasional late fee or random urge to overspend that brought us to our financial knees. But I’m not talking about the kind of blunders that got us into trouble—we could list those in our sleep. Instead, I want to focus on the mistakes people make while they’re working their way back to financial health. Whether you’re recovering from a season of unemployment or from a financial mess you created on your own, avoid these goofs and you’ll get where you want to go much faster.