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Mourning the Loss of Privacy

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Consumer Affairs reported that in 2005, CVS posted purchases made by holders of their loyalty card). Linked In knows your professional history and education. Online job sites have databases about your salary requirements, job history and education. What I eat and buy at the grocery used to be my own business.

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Meet a Reader | M from the PNW

The Frugal Girl

We took out an 80/20 adjustable rate, interest-only mortgage in 2005 to buy a house at the very top of our budget. Did you ever receive any financial education in school or from your parents? Banff, Canada If you know credit cards are something you can be disciplined with (never carry a balance!!)