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The Rising Costs of Student Loans
by Maria O'Brien on 11/6/2008
In the past ten years, debt levels for college graduates have more than doubled. One of the main factors contributing to this rise is the decrease in public money available for colleges. As state and local budgets tighten in the wake of the financial crisis, colleges and universities often lose a portion of their funding, and this shortfall is passed on to students, who with their parents must bridge the gap with larger and larger loans.

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The Debt Generation
by Maria O'Brien on 9/4/2008
Credit cards are hailed as convenient tools, a way to build credit and earn points or rebates. However, there is another side to credit card spending, experienced by many who pay less then their balance month after month and one that can lead you into a downward spiral that is difficult to rebound from.

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9 Smart Money Tips To Help You Quit Your Job
by Maria O'Brien on 8/4/2008
Daydream about quitting your job and doing something you love? Rather than simply dreaming, why not establish your goals and work toward a day when you have enough money or alternative income to quit? Here are some helpful tips that everyone can use.

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Ten Financial Mistakes That Will Put You In The Poor House
by Maria O'Brien on 7/29/2008
You can avoid making bad financial mistakes (that could land you in the poor house) by learning what not to do. Here are ten of the biggest financial mistakes people make that you can avoid.

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