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Judging by their television commercials, websites and other marketing tools, banks aren’t just our pals: they’re the best friends we’ve ever had, and will ever hope to have. Basically, Shakespeare got it wrong: instead of comparing our beloved to a summer’s day, we should compare them to a bank (during any season of the year)…. Read more

In today’s world characterized by rampant, hyperactive, and obsessive consumerism — and the stress and dread of paying for the previous purchases or getting the next ones — dialing things down and adopting a simpler, gentler minimalist lifestyle can seem quite attractive. Or at least, saner. However, while there is plenty of excellent information on… Read more

Gold used to be the de facto money. Today, due to the difficulty in using it as cash, gold has been relegated to the commodity class. It still has value that rises and falls due to market forces, but have you ever tried to use gold to pay for your order at Home Depot? Gold… Read more

So, you’ve either formally trained to enter the glorious world of project management, or perhaps you’ve had the mantle of project management thrust upon you. One day you’re happily plugging away at your job, answering emails, chatting with colleagues about things like the best cities to head out on a weekend break, where to find… Read more

Multiple factors contribute to your overall level of fitness. Gender, age, diet, the amount of stress you have and the kind of drugs you take, even the environment in which you live, are just a few of the obvious things that influence the way your heart, lungs and mind work together to energize and sustain… Read more

Gold is often seen as the last safehouse for your wealth when other assets are too unreliable. The pound has struggled since the beginning of Brexit talks, with uncertainty about the deal driving prices down and votes to delay helping prices up. Many believe that post-Brexit, the pound will recover as clarity comes to the… Read more

Gold has always been a pretty attractive investment, as a way to preserve wealth from inflation and currency swings. Gold is one of the rare assets that has held its value over the course of several centuries. Because it is a physical investment, it is always recognized for its tangible value, rather than a piece… Read more

The average American household is $137,063 in debt, according to the Federal Reserve. Factored into such a huge number are student loans, mortgages, and credit card bills. To help stave off costs, many Americans are trying to think outside of the box and leverage their dollars as best as they can. Platforms like The1HourWorkWeek.com allows… Read more

Online there are all sorts of scams that promise fast money but offer the exact opposite. At the same time, there are also plenty of legitimate sites that people can use to make money. One of the most popular sites that allow users to earn points that can be redeemed for cash is Swagbucks. The… Read more

Paying off debt can be a long and sometimes intimidating process. Money in and of itself is a sensitive subject, but owing money can be even more so. That’s why we’ve taken the time to compile this list of resources for anyone trying to get out of debt. You’ll find everything you need to get… Read more

In addition to designing iconic automobiles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, the Mercedes-Benz SSK and numerous models bearing his Porsche name, Ferdinand Porsche also built the first hybrid vehicle. While the appeal and function of hybrid cars have changed a lot since 1899, they remain an expensive alternative to traditional gas-powered vehicles. In order to… Read more