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wowOwow: The Psychology of Bargains

Do you get a thrill out of a good deal, only to go home and realize that, were it not for the sale, you never would have purchased that item? It happens to me more than I’d like to admit. So check out my latest  wowOwow post, in which I explore the psychology of bargains and tell you how to NOT be a sucker for a sale.

Today’s Money: Penny-pinching habits

Only 18,000 jobs were added to the U.S economy in June. As a result, many people are still in hibernation mode when it comes to spending. This morning on Today, I discussed the areas in which Americans are increasingly cutting back. To see these penny-pinching tricks and more, check out the video clip below.

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New York Daily News: Non-Extreme Couponing

Do you love the savings produced from coupons but don’t have time to make extreme couponing your full-time job? Check out my latest New York Daily News column, where I provide some time-efficient tips on how to save big bucks at the grocery store.

New York Daily News: Mortgages

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I give you a true or false quiz to help you learn some mortgage basics.

Today’s Money: Money Maximizing Websites

This morning on Today I spoke with Natalie Morales about some of my best web sources to help you save better, spend less and invest smarter. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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Today’s Travel: Making Sense of Traveler’s Insurance

This morning on Today I spoke with Natalie Morales and Conde Nast Traveler’s Kate Maxwell about what you need to know and when you should consider buying travel insurance. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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New York Daily News: Auto Repairs

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I give you a go-to guide for getting a fair deal next time your car needs work.

New York Daily News: Credit

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I talk about the current good consumer credit climate and review some of the great offers that are out there right now.

New York Daily News: Loans

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I talk about what you need to know if you’re shopping for a loan now that banks are getting back in the loan biz.

Money 911: Looking for Work Over 60

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about what employers that check credit scores are looking for and gave tips for finding a job over 60. To hear about these topics and more check out the video clip below.

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