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1.	Recession-proof your finances Build up your cash and pay down your debts to keep your finances safe in a lagging economy.
2.	Your tax rebate: save, spend, or invest? How to decide what to do with your tax rebate.
3.	Tips for online safety and privacy Increased e-commerce security and web-savvy consumers are helping to reduce online identity fraud.
4.	Living well on a fixed income Use our tips to help you manage your finances once you retire.
5.	Year-end financial and mortgage checklist Use this checklist to make sure your new year gets off on sound financial footing.
6.	Should you invest or pay off debt? Nobody likes to owe money and most of us believe we should pay all our debts as quickly as possible. But is that always the smartest move?
7.	Back to school for your budget Before you get caught up in the frenzy of buying textbooks or launching yourself into a new fall project, take some time to review and re-evaluate your household budget.
8.	How to get ahead of debt Feeling overwhelmed by runaway debt? Learn how to get ahead of debt by avoiding five common mistakes.
9.	Checking account basics Checking accounts are vital financial tools.
10.	Savings Account Basics It's important to understand the specifics about savings accounts before deciding on one that's right for you.

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