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Want to know how to get the most out of your savings? Financial planner Deb Levenson was here to takeall your money-related questions.

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Where you buy has affects how much you'll pay - and your confidence in the purchase.

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In an age of layoffs and outsourcing, just showing up for that 9-to-5 job may not be enough. So, how do you excel at work you need while building a business you want?

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2009 gift card study

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Save with online banking

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Real Estate

Just 5 percent of Americans plan to buy house within year

New survey shows most potential home buyers are likely to be 34 years old or younger and living in the South or West.

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