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Seven Reasons To Avoid Penny Auction Sites

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You can bid on multiple kinds of new electronic equipment such as TVs, computers, Ipads and etc; gift cards for a variety of brick and mortar stores; new pots and pans; golf clubs; cookers; watches; knives and whatever other type of merchandise the owners of the auction sites can get from their suppliers. Good for Gambling and Gaming.

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Tips for Protecting Your Identity

Saving Cents With Sense

If your kids know any of the passwords to your personal computers or online accounts, be sure you emphasize the importance of keeping them confidential. Make sure you go over credit card statements, bank transactions, and other key documents to ensure there are no fraudulent charges or suspicious activity. All rights reserved.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

We had to sell it less than 3 years after buying it, and between that and the market timing (bought in 2009, sold in 2012), we were lucky to come out of the whole situation with our original mortgage paid off completely by the sale! What’s one thing you splurge on? Cycling equipment and gear.