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Vera Gibbons,

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  1. Money in wallet

    Fatten Up Your Wallet This Summer

    As you finalize your pricey summer vacation plans, you may be looking for ways to put money back in your pocket to help subsidize the costs. Here are some suggestions that you likely haven’t considered.

  2. Hammer on cash

    Remodeling? Avoid These Costly Mistakes

    While many Americans are ready to take on remodeling/renovation projects this spring, doing it the wrong way can be costly. Here are some errors to avoid.

  3. Uncle Sam Moneybag

    5 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund

    An estimated 75 percent of taxpayers are expected to receive a tax refund this year, with the average check coming in at about $3,000, according to the IRS.

  4. Refinance-application-300x199.jpg

    What to Expect When Refinancing

    Should you rush to refinance now? Here are a few things to consider.

  5. New York penthouse

    Trends in Luxury Spending

    From “Made in America” to pampering, here’s what is hot in luxury spending this year.

  6. Messy desk

    Spring Cleaning for Your Finances

    With spring rapidly approaching and longer, lighter days ahead, you’re likely anxious to renew and refresh. Here are some projects to consider.

  7. 2013 featured

    What’s In and What’s Out — Financially — This Year?

    From cash vs. credit to buying vs. renting, here are five financial trends for 2013.

  8. For sale by owner

    For Sale By Owner Tips

    Trying to sell without an agent isn’t for the faint of heart. But if you have the time, skills and emotional wherewithal to go it alone, here are a few things to consider in the ultra-important pre-sale phase.

  9. For rent 2

    December Is the Best Month to …

    December may be all about spending time with family and loved ones, eating, drinking and going to holiday parties. But it’s also a great month to make some practical moves, like these.

  10. saving money

    Bundle Services to Save Big

    In these tough economic times, perhaps you’re thinking about bundling some of your household services? And rightly so — it’s easy, convenient and could save you, well, a bundle.