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How Companies Fake Authenticity

Money – Overloaded by sales pitches, consumers are gravitating towards brands that they sense are true and genuine. But some companies have found if they lack authenticity, they can simulate it instead. Fast Company takes a look at this growing trend of "fake authenticity." Do you know the truths behind these companies' marketing ploys and other

Submitted and Voted for on May 18, 2007 11:14am

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Most & Least Reliable Brands

Money – Consumer Reports' Annual Product Reliability Survey has data from almost 1 million people on which products really last. See our photo gallery of the most and least reliable brands to see some surprising results.

Submitted and Voted for on May 08, 2007 10:38am

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Top Five Ways You're Wasting Money

Money – Forget about penny-pinching. Here are five major ways you're wasting money. Stop wasting money in these areas and you'll never fret about your latte spending again.

Submitted and Voted for on April 26, 2007 12:14pm

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The Perfect Lawn

Money – Springtime is upon us and it's time to take care of the lawns that we neglected all winter long. Get tips from Consumer Reports on the best way to mow, fertilize and water -- to achieve the perfect lawn.

Submitted and Voted for on April 13, 2007 12:12pm

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Brand Mascot Makeovers

Money – Don't get too comfortable with your favorite brand icon. Some companies will refresh their icon to breathe new life into old ad characters and drive sales. Click through our gallery to see brand mascot makeovers.

Submitted and Voted for on April 13, 2007 10:59am

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Best Mortgage for You

Money – With the subprime mortgage mess unfolding all around us, there's never been a better time to make sure you make the right mortgage decision. Of course, no single loan is best for all circumstances, but the following eight loan types work better than most when matched to your individual situation and lifestyle.

Submitted and Voted for on March 30, 2007 11:21am

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Top Five Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund

Money – CHANCES ARE YOU'RE about to come into a cash windfall. The average tax refund this year is $2,578, according to the latest IRS statistics. That's no chump change. Naturally, for most folks the inclination is to take that money and head to the mall. But why not use it to increase your net worth? While less fun, you'll be happy you did it further dow

Voted for on March 28, 2007 06:04pm

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Top 10 Tax Procrastinating Cities for 2007 - AOL Money & Finance

Money – Is your city home to the biggest tax procrastinators? View this gallery of the top ten tax-procrastinating cities.

Voted for on March 28, 2007 11:01am

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Debit Card Safety: 6 Do's & Don'ts

Money – A series of recent scams highlights the growing risk of debit card fraud to consumers who use the debit card method of payment. Here's how to protect your plastic.

Submitted and Voted for on March 26, 2007 01:03pm

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Best Value Colleges 2007 - AOL Money & Finance

Family – Combine academic excellence with financial flexibility and you have Kiplinger's Best Value Colleges. View a gallery of top private universities, liberal arts schools and public colleges according to the publication.

Voted for on March 22, 2007 08:31am

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Health-Savvy Wonder Foods - AOL Money & Finance

Food – New foods and drinks advertising their pharmaceutical benefits are providing a financial jolt for food makers. They're packed with minerals, vitamins and proteins, and they're coming to a store shelf near you. These new "super foods" are the hottest trend in the food industry right now. Check out our gallery of the latest products.

Voted for on March 16, 2007 11:00am

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Most Expensive Home Insurance Rates By State

Money – Flood insurance, hurricane insurance, earthquake insurance -- all can make insuring your home from Mother Nature a costly endeavor, but you might avoid higher rates by reading this helpful guide of the most expensive states to insure a home.

Voted for on March 15, 2007 07:31am

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Top Five Sneaky Cellphone Fees

Money – Have you taken a good look at your cell phone bill lately? You just might be getting hit with some wacky fees that can really add up over time. Fact is, no matter which provider you use, you'll encounter plenty of miscellaneous taxes, fees and surcharges, padding your bill by as much as 20 percent.

Voted for on March 15, 2007 07:31am

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Billionaire Bachelors

Love & Personals – It is the refrain of single women everywhere: Where are all the eligible men? It's time to stop scouring the grocery store aisles and singles bars and start checking out the list of billionaire bachelors.

Voted for on March 15, 2007 07:31am

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8-year-old's Portfolio Beats Market

Money – Compare your portfolio to this simple winning Vanguard Investment portfolio -- picked by a second grader with a little help from dad.

Voted for on March 12, 2007 09:28am