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How to Save Money on Your Car Insurance Premium
Liann

How to Save Money on Your Car Insurance Premium

Even before Brian and I received our policy renewal, we predicted that we’d be facing an increase in our car insurance premium. Everything else seems to be getting more expensive, so why not insurance? According to the U.S. Bureau of

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Is the American tipping culture out of control?
Liann

Is the American Tipping Culture Out of Control?

Have you noticed any changes in the American tipping culture in recent years? It appears that there’s been an influx of touchscreens prompting patrons to leave tips. Consumers are currently facing tip requests for retail purchases, self-service experiences, cashier interactions,

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Excel in Consumer Negotiation
Liann

4 Sure-Fire Ways to Excel in Consumer Negotiation

You might be surprised at how often you can drive the price down on consumer goods and services. Almost everything is negotiable; it’s just a matter of asking. While it might feel uncomfortable, it’s the only way to get the

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Liann

Saving Money in 2020

With less than two months to go until the new year, I’m taking some time to review and assess the blur that has been 2020. Brian and I began this year with focused minds and flexible schedules, ready to explore

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Mourning Missed Opportunities
Brian

Mourning Our Missed Opportunities

Life is full of distractions. Distractions can come in good and bad forms and can lead us down unintended paths in life. For Liann and me, our biggest distraction in life is work. This is common for many folks. Lately,

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