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Banks vs. Credit Unions: Which one is right for you?

Once you start making money, one of the most important questions to ask is how - and where - you can save it. Choosing between a bank or a credit union is one of the first decisions you should make, but it's not always an easy one. We've got a ...

Freebie Corner: Free video message from Santa and more

Christmas is sneaking up on us, it will be here before you know it. Everyone is going to be spending money on gifts, wouldn't it be nice to score some things for free? How great would it be for your child(ren) to get a free video message from Santa. When ...

Top 5 ways to boost your credit score

If your credit score is less than stellar, it doesn’t mean you’re doomed to a life living in your parents’ basement and riding the city bus. Although negative items like bankruptcies and late payments will stay on your credit report for seven years, there are a few things you can start doing today to ...

Freebie Corner: Free pizza at Sbarro's and more

Halloween is over and only three more holidays to go until we can all take a breather.  Kick-start this weekend by heading on over to Sbarro's for a free pizza (yumm!).  This offer is valid for today only! Since Thanksgiving is just a round the corner, I found an online ...

4 fun and affordable fall and Halloween craft projects

Fall is here and Halloween is only a few weeks away. I love making art/craft projects with the kids. But I love using or re-purposing what we already have.  Here are 4 of my favorite craft projects that fit the bill.  1. As the leaves are turning beautiful colors and soon ...

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Foreign investments in Latin America: A mostly one-way street

Given the magnitude of the financial crisis in the United States, it is not surprising to think that foreign direct investment (FDI) activity to Latin America from U.S. investors increased by 31 percent in 2012. Several countries in Latin America are the darlings of the emerging markets with Mexico leading ...

Save money with tips from department store employees

Love to shop? Join the club; in 2011 we spent about $4.7 trillion (yes, trillion!) in retail sales, according the U.S. Commerce Department. And who hasn't overspent at one time or another? With new merchandise refreshed every season, every month–or, at discount retailers like Target and T.J. Maxx, every week–department ...

10 financial secrets of happy moms

I've been known to be a bit of a complainer about my family's financial situation. With my husband out of work and my freelance income in constant flux, my household exists in a permanent state of financial anxiety. At least we're in good company: it seems like all our friends are ...

About 500 children are expected to receive free dental care at Keep Kids Smiling, which began Monday, Jan. 31, and will continue through the week at the Nutter Center. The effort is part of the Ohio Dental Association's Eighth Annual Give Kids a Smile Ohio program. Dr. Gordon Womack of Beavercreek Pediatric Dentistry said slots are still available for kids to get care this week but parents must first register by calling 937-320-0650.

Keeping your kids healthy throughout the school year

By now your kids are probably geared up for school, and everyone is in the process of getting used to a new schedule (hopefully). The last thing you need is to have your child wake up one morning with a high fever or, even worse, that dreaded call from the ...

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5 money-related things your kids do not need to know

You already know why you should have ongoing discussions about money with your child. It teaches kids to be responsible with spending and saving. They can learn from your mistakes. It sets them on the path for financial success. On the flip side, your kid doesn't need to know everything ...

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