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Willpower aside, exercising requires budgeting time and money
Working out can cost you thousands of dollars in gym memberships and equipment, but the expensive route isn't the only way to achieve your fitness goals.
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How to shop for a health insurance plan in Minnesota
Insurance options can vary considerably depending on age, income, geography, employment status and the market. So don't be afraid to seek help when confronting this complicated decision.
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How to get your resume past tech filters to a real person
Like most everything else, applications, cover letters and résumés are now online. But computers can be an ally in your job hunt, not a barrier.
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In the age of digital dollars, there's value to cashing in
"Cash stuffing," or using cash-filled envelopes as a budgeting tool, is having a social media-fueled resurgence as a way to save money for people accustomed to swiping credit cards.
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Xfinity, Best Buy and its Geek Squad at top of federal list of companies most impersonated.
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Most accounts go into funds, which contain hundreds or thousands of individual securities. But with a little effort, you can have more control of where your savings go.
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Are you going to the game? Make sure you bring your wallet
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No one likes shopping for home or auto insurance. Here are tips to make saving less onerous.
Shopping around for insurance has always been essential to finding the best deal and having the right coverage for unexpected emergencies. But as the costs to repair and replace possessions continue to rise — and the prevalence of extreme weather also increases — choosing an insurance carrier and coverage has become an even more important decision.
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With FAFSA woes delaying aid offers, these tips can help families make comparisons on a tight deadline.
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Managing graduation parties, events and gifts Minneapolis
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The National Association of Realtors' settlement, reached in March, is most likely to affect those looking to purchase a home.
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How to avoid going broke soon after starting a business
From better money management to getting a second job, entrepreneurs share what they do when the business comes first.
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How to save money at the pharmacy counter
Health insurance benefits are the first tool, but shopping around, paying cash and accessing coupons are strategies to consider, as well.
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Homeownership could cost you under $100,000 if you consider a manufactured home
Formerly called mobile homes, these types of dwellings could be a good bet for prospective buyers struggling with record home prices and rising rents.
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Farm out your groceries this summer with a CSA subscription
Community supported agriculture offers big-time nutrition and local produce, as long as you're willing to cook — and eat — whatever your farmer provides.
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Women's salaries are lower than men's, but the pink tax costs them more. Here's how to push back.
Women pay thousands of dollars more than men each year for necessary items.
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With the Better FAFSA still in limbo, here's what to do as college decisions loom
Delays and glitches with the simplified Free Application for Federal Student Aid has addled many students and their families.
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Here's how to start a construction career and make six figures within a few years
With many contractors saying they can't hire enough workers, establishing a career in carpentry, masonry, heating and the like can be lucrative work.
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Finding a nanny can be time consuming. Here are three ways to find the right caregiver
From nanny agencies to a Facebook group, some options for finding a caregiver require more financial investment and others more time and effort.
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Have an idea for an invention but no formal training? Here's how to do it
Minnesota entrepreneurs share ways they turned an idea into a physical, commercial product.
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Planning an international trip is complicated. These are the elements to consider.
There's a lot to weigh beyond just destination when you want to travel abroad for your next vacation.
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What every business needs to know about Minnesota's marijuana laws
Even if you don't work in the cannabis industry, you still need to make sure your company's policies reflect the state's new legalization laws.
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How to find an internship that meets your needs as a company or student
Interns can be more than cheap summer help with a little creativity.
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Being a boss isn't just about IQ. Developing emotional intelligence is a new necessity
Working on your EQ can not only make you a better leader, but it can also influence your business' bottom line.
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Charging your electric vehicle is half the battle. Take these steps to make your home EV ready.
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The year just started, but plan your time off now so you actually use all of it
Take a breather — actually, take several — by using up all your vacation time in 2024.
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You've built a business that's ready to sell. Here's how some Twin Cities entrepreneurs did it.
Whether it's an investor-backed startup looking for a substantial profit by selling the business or a person near retirement, having an exit strategy or succession plan is imperative.
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The average guest spends more than $600 for each wedding they attend.
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