The Cost of Getting Married
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Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 24, 2009
Taxes can go up after tying the knot, especially for low-income couples.
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Audio: Strategies for Successful Maternity Leave
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Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 23, 2009
Planning ahead and staying in touch make for an easier transition to working motherhood.
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Gen Y: Influenced by Parents and Materialism
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 22, 2009
20-somethings play a role in their parents' shopping habits, too.
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Gen Y: Empowered, Engaged, Demanding
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 21, 2009
A new book argues that marketers have to speak differently to 20-somethings.
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"Frugalista" Debate: One Blogger Stakes Claim
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Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 18, 2009
A trademark fight over the use of a recession-era word begins.
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The Power of Free Stuff
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 17, 2009
Is offering products and services at no cost a good retail strategy?
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The Dangers of Free Trial Periods
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 16, 2009
This customer got trapped into paying for something she didn't want.
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Audio: Preparing Financially for Disasters
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 15, 2009
What to grab in case you need to leave your home quickly.
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Do Company Logos Matter to Consumers?
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 14, 2009
New research suggests loyal customers don't want change.
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Sarah Strohmeyer Answers Reader Questions
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 11, 2009
The author of this month's book club selection responds to queries on women and money.
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Audio: The New Credit Card Rewards
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 10, 2009
New rewards programs give customers incentives to pay off debt.
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How to Fight Health Insurance Denials
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 9, 2009
Unexpected bills shouldn't go unchallenged.
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Fearing Divorce, Mom Finds Inner Frugalista
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 8, 2009
In this Alpha Consumer book club selection, personal finance drives the plot.
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California Fires Create Money Disasters, Too
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 4, 2009
In an emergency, be sure to take these key documents with you.
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Companies Aren't Giving Women What They Want
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 3, 2009
A new book says retailers should focus on saving women time, not giving them shopping sprees.
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Why Renters Insurance Is Worth Its (Low) Cost
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 2, 2009
Many young people don't pay for it because they mistakenly think it's too expensive.
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Chief Executives' Debt Predicts Company Debt
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - September 1, 2009
A new study finds that company finances are linked to CEOs' personal habits.
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The Challenge of Taking Out Life Insurance
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 31, 2009
A simple quest can take longer than you expect.
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Keep Back-to-School Shopping Costs Down
By
Zach Miners
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Education - August 28, 2009
Retail federation predicts a back-to-school spending drop, but you don't have to settle for less.
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Testosterone's Role in Investing Decisions
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 28, 2009
The sex hormone plays a bigger role than gender when it comes to financial decisions.
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Audio: How To Find Affordable Child Care
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 27, 2009
Working with other parents can reduce the cost of daycare.
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Why We Are Still Better Off Than Our Parents
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 26, 2009
Despite the downturn, Americans still report a higher standard of living.
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Annie Leibovitz: Why Fame and Debt Often Mix
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 25, 2009
The photographer, as well as Michael Jackson and Thomas Jefferson, showcase celebrity money challenges.
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Americans Still Lack Savings, Despite Cuts
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 24, 2009
New survey shows a lack of emergency funds, even though Americans are budgeting.
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Starbucks Cuts Some Prices, Raises Others
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - August 21, 2009
Consumers ask themselves: How much is my latte worth?
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