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Financial Advice For Recent College Grads
 More than ever, recent college graduates need sound advice to help them
establish a sound financial footing in an economy where jobs are scarce
and student loan bills are looming. Most government loans offer
a six-month grace period before graduates must begin making payments,
but the loans cannot be wiped out even if bankruptcy is declared. As a
result, facing the reality of what the monthly payments will be and
finding a job, even if the work is less than ideal, should be a top
priority. When the bills come due, loan consolidation is an
option for some graduates. Interest rates will reset in July, and they
are expected to decrease. Click here for more information.
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Tips For A Do-It-Yourself Wedding
 Saving money has become more fashionable as the economic downturn
continues, and weddings are no exception. Brides everywhere are looking
for projects they can complete on their own to reduce the cost of their
big day. Modern Bride writer Kelly Bare has even published a new book targeted to those who don't mind putting in a little elbow grease in exchange for saving on the bottom line. "The DIY Wedding: Celebrate Your Day Your Way," published by Chronicle Books, offers tips on how to save money without sacrificing personal style. Click here for the lowdown. |
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Make Your Pool Eco-Friendly This Summer
 As consumers look for ways to have fun while saving money this summer,
improving the energy efficiency of backyard pools can make a big
difference. A standard-sized pool often uses about 15 kilowatts
of energy each day, much of that from the pool pump. Pool lights and
heaters can also be updated for energy savings because newer models are
often significantly more efficient. An added advantage is that LED
bulbs last about 10 times as long as typical fluorescent bulbs, so they
require changing far less often. Read more here.
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