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Why Use Cash?

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In 2008-2009 when we had the credit crunch and recession, there was at least one day when stores were not accepting credit. Using cash is seems tougher psychologically. Occasionally merchants will discount the price because they don’t have to pay the credit card fees on your purchase. Cash is almost universally accepted.

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Psychological Tips for Successful Stock Investing

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Don’t we all wish we had kept a closer eye on the events prior to 2008 and 2009 and sold our positions prior to that! I confess to being an amateur on this after the 2008 crash. What do you think about these decades old psychological investing tips from David Markstein? Don’t Trust The Majority Opinion.

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7 Steps To Homelessness And What To Do If You Get There

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Find services providing psychological counseling to help get your life back on track. Many people have lost homes since the 2008 downturn, however, a new government program has helped to prevent an enormous increase in homelessness so far. Use credit counseling to try to get your financial life back on track. billion federal effort.