Sean O'Neill
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Buying Your Own Island
real estate Dream about owning your own little piece of paradise? Here's how to make it a reality.
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What You Need to Know About Gifts of Love
Smart Buying Valentine shopping? Here's something to love: getting a sweet deal. We tell you how.
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Backyard Getaways
real estate They're much more than sheds. Think of these structures as detached cottages that can stretch your living space.
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Upscale-Shed Sourcebook
Smart Buying We provide a list of seven manufacturers of backyard sheds.
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What You Need to Know About E-Learning
college The New Year is a good time to evaluate your career and education goals. Are online courses and degree programs a good fit for you?
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What You Need to Know About Your Dry Cleaner
Smart Buying A missing or ruined garment can get you really steamed. Here's what to look for -- and what you should expect -- from a good dry cleaner.
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What you Need to Know About Hiring a Plumber
real estate Five tips for not getting soaked.
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Find Cheaper Gas Faster
Smart Buying Checking online for the best gas price in town can result in significant savings, especially now.
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What You Need to Know About Moving
Smart Buying We give you six tips to save money and find a reputable mover.
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What You Need to Know About Time Shares
Travel They don't make great investments, but a slice of a vacation property may be better than no property at all.
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Fare Game Plan
Smart Buying Three sites scour the Web for good deals and advise you on the best time to book.
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Temptation: Island
real estate How to own or rent your own cays to paradise.
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Island-Buyer's Checklist
real estate Five things to know before you indulge in your own private retreat.
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What You Need to Know About Hiring Some Help
Smart Buying Ask friends for referrals, look for experienced workers, get a written agreement and don't forget to pay household employee taxes.
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Short-Term Paradise
real estate Not ready to buy? You can rent an island for a memorable vacation.
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Fabulous Prefabs
real estate Save money with an upscale dwelling that arrives on a truck and goes up fast.
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Wrap it up and Make it Home
Smart Buying Find the perfect architect for your upscale prefab.
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What You Need to Know About ETFs
investing Exchange-traded funds are easier to understand and use than their names suggest.
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Do You Feel Lucky?
Smart Buying If you're willing to bet on your favorite team making it to the championship, check out these futures markets for sports nuts.
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What You Need to Know About Air Travel
Travel You can boost your odds of receiving your preferred seat, extra legroom and a flight that leaves on time.
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Traveling With Tots
Travel If you're taking to the skies this summer with an infant or toddler, a little preparation can go a long way toward saving you money -- and your sanity.
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Take a Chance
business Diane Warren, a Grammy-winning songwriter who has composed dozens of top-ten tunes, maximized her earning potential by forgoing a salary and striking out on her own.
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Simple Ideas Work
savings Investing regularly and living below their means helped Paul and Doris Cloud amass a million-dollar portfolio before age 50.
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Need a Bigger Buzz?
Smart Buying Discover what makes a perfect drip coffee maker.
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