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The best way to simplify your list is to focus on just those who have made your life easier over the past year, and have provided excellent service. 
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Suze gives advice to members of the studio audience during the taping of Suze Orman's "Your Money. Your Life."
With CD yields eroding, it can be tempting to look at rising stock dividends and jump on board, but in some cases that could be a bad move.
In the wake of recent woes involving some subprime mortgages, lenders are now taking a closer look at the credit rating of all customers.
The likes of Warren Buffett have put corporate philanthropy at the forefront. In 2006, he pledged 85% of his wealth or roughly $37 billion to five foundations. The richest man in Asia, Li Ka-shing, is doing the same. He intends to give away a third of his fortune -- nearly $11 billion. We thought we’d back away from the usual theme this week of investing for monetary returns, and instead, focus on a selfless, non-profit fund for a change. A fund that lets you 'invest' and reap social returns.
Some folks retire in their 30s and 40s even though they're not rich. With discipline and focus, you can buck the mainstream and do the same.
It's easy to get carried away with the spirit of the season and to overspend when shopping for gifts. Here are seven ways you can bust your budget without even trying.