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This strategy from CreditCardForum.com lets you earn up to 6 percent cash back on almost any credit card purchase.

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Saving Money Going on vacation? Book on Airbnb, save money.

69 percent of consumers say they are planning on taking a summer vacation this year. If you're hoping to travel without breaking the bank, you could save up to $65 a night in NYC by booking your lodging through Airbnb.
Up to 6 percent cash back? On almost everything? Here's how.

This strategy from CreditCardForum.com lets you earn up to 6 percent cash back on almost any credit card purchase.
Saving Money Prepaid cards: an alternative to a traditional bank account

Prepaid cards have improved over the past five years. Some now come with no fees and can replace a checking account or be used as an alternative to credit cards.
'Warren is in the house.' Billionaire Warren Buffett joins Twitter.

Warren Buffett has joined Twitter, becoming the second-richest member of the social network in the process. What can we expect from Warren Buffett's tweets?
Five ways to get the most from your credit card

Credit card companies are using incentives to keep customers using their plastic. Here are five incentives you can use to get the most out of your credit card:
Vegan flips out: Should restaurants offer discounts for dietary restrictions?

Vegan flips out: A vegan man from New Jersey argued a restaurant should discount his meal after he brought his own pasta. The story has gone viral, and raises the question; how far should restaurants go to accommodate diners with dietary restrictions?
Top 10 richest Americans

The 100 richest people in the world gained $241 billion in net worth last year, according to Bloomberg's Billionaires Index. Americans dominated the list, occupying five of the top 10 spots. This countdown of the top 10 wealthiest Americans features a casino mogul, software tycoons, and a lot of Wal-Mart money.
Starbucks $450 steel card: class warfare in a coffee cup?

Starbucks $450 gift card is made of stainless steel and will only be available in limited quantities through a luxury goods website. Is the Starbucks $450 steel gift card a sign that Starbucks is going "1 percent" on us? Or is it just harmless, splurgy fun?
Chapter & Verse Obama shops local again on Small Business Saturday

After visiting a Washington bookstore last year in support of shopping local, Obama and his daughters headed to an indie bookstore in Virginia this past Saturday to continue to promote the message.
Saving Money Haggle while Christmas shopping: 5 tips

Most of us will go to a lot of trouble to get a deal, but we're too embarrassed to ask for one. Here are five simple tricks to help you haggle for the best deal – and how to know when to walk away.
Fiscal cliff: for Obama and liberals, a wary alliance (+video)

After a White House meeting Tuesday, liberal leaders expressed confidence that President Obama would make sure fiscal remedies don't hurt middle and low-income Americans. But entitlements are still on the table.
Stocks rise as investors wait for a winner

Stocks climbed Tuesday as investors remained 'on pins and needles' for the results of the US presidential election. A jump in crude prices helped lift stocks in petroleum refiners.
Seven battleground states: Does economy help Obama or Romney?

Seven states have emerged as battlegrounds that may well determine the 2012 presidential election. Here's a look at seven battleground states and how their economic situation is shaping the presidential election:
Gloomy Google report hurts Nasdaq; Stocks fall

Trading of Google stock halted Thursday after a poor earnings report was prematurely published. The report's bleak advertising figures dragged down Facebook stock as well.
Saving Money Best rewards credit cards sometimes come with a fee

For most families, the best rewards credit cards have no annual fee, but there are exceptions. Here's a look at the pros and cons of fees on rewards credit cards.
Stocks fall on Asia's gloomy economic outlook

US stocks faltered Monday after the World Bank said Asia's economies won't grow as much as expected this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 36 points to 13574 an hour after the opening bell.
Wal-Mart launches prepaid card with American Express

Wal-Mart Stores and American Express are teaming up on a reloadable prepaid card for shoppers. Called Bluebird, the card will be available online and in Wal-Mart stores next week.
Discover: The card that pays you back after you overpay

Discover Bank agrees to reimburse $200 million to consumers it pressured to buy credit-monitoring and other costly credit-card add-ons. Discover will also pay a $14 million fine.
Facebook shares spook investors now. But long term?

Facebook shares reach lowest level ever as revenue growth slows and investors cash out. Analysts are more upbeat about the potential for Facebook shares.
Sequester blues: Congress faces buyer's remorse on defense cuts

With $1.2 trillion in mandated spending cuts set to start in 2013, lawmakers are scrambling to salvage $600 billion in defense spending. Meanwhile, there's plenty of blame to spread around for getting to this point.
US stocks creep up; IBM, other tech stocks rise

Despite strong gains from IBM and other tech stocks, gains on The Street were weak, with the Dow Jones industrial average rising 34 points to close at 12,943. Although modest, Thursday's close marked the third straight day of gains.
The Simple Dollar 401(k) plans: Is my company's default option the best?

401(k) plans expense ratio offered through a reader's job is competitive, but not the best. What are his other options? Question 1 in this week's mailbag deals with how to get the most out of 401(k) plans.
Saving Money Flying with a child? How to avoid unfair fees.

Flying with a child in your lap shouldn't cost extra, but all too often, it does. Here's how to sidestep the 'international lap child fee.'
Saving Money Independence Day: Dining out on July 4? 15 ways to save.

Independence Day or not, dining out doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to save, from splitting meals to knowing which cuts of steak will give you the best value.
Chapter & Verse Marco Rubio's memoir is released as his star rises

Marco Rubio's memoir 'An American Son' hit bookstores this week even as rumors swirl that Mitt Romney is considering him for a running mate.