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Amazon: Buy a CD, get the MP3s for free

Amazon: Buy a CD, get the MP3s for free

By Dave Siff
updated 9:00 AM EST, Fri January 11, 2013
If you've ever bought CDs from Amazon.com, you just got free digital copies of all of them.

Amazon has launched a service called AutoRip. Here's how it works; when you purchase an AutoRip-enabled CD from Amazon's music store, you'll automatically get the MP3s for free. They'll be stored in Amazon's Cloud Player, where you can go to stream or download them. It's similar to Apple's iTunes Match service.

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Avoid getting fake and harmful prescription medicine online

A warning about online pharmacies

By Aikeem Hunter
updated 2:56 PM EST, Thu January 10, 2013
Buying prescription drugs online may save you time and money, but it can cost you harm if you're scammed.

HLN Money Expert Clark Howard explains what you need to know before you get your next dose.  

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Fake news sites: Careful where you click!

Fake news sites: Careful where you click!

By Tiffany Bors
updated 2:59 PM EST, Wed January 09, 2013
Have you ever noticed a news site that seemed fake?  Some marketers are using this method to promote products.  HLN Money Expert Clark Howard has a special warning for you to protect yourself against advertising scams. 

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Future ATMs are more sophisticated than they are today

The future of banking: Smart ATMs

By Aikeem Hunter
updated 2:18 PM EST, Wed January 09, 2013
The new generation of ATMs are capable of handling more sophisticated transactions than they are today. HLN Money Expert Clark Howard points out the new features to help you manage your money.

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Holidays all year: Target extends price matching

Holidays all year: Target extends price matching

By Dave Siff
updated 1:24 PM EST, Tue January 08, 2013
The rise of smartphones for shopping and price comparison has put more power in the hands of consumers, leaving an uncertain landscape for retailers, especially in their brick-and-mortar locations. Now, one of the biggest names in retail is fighting back, and shoppers stand to benefit even more.

Target announced it will match prices year-round from big online retailers including Wal-Mart, Amazon, Best Buy and Toys R Us. It also will match prices from its own website in stores.

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Kick-start your retirement savings in 2013!

Kick-start your retirement savings in 2013!

By Dave Siff
updated 8:54 AM EST, Tue January 08, 2013
It goes without saying, but let's say it anyway -- saving money for retirement is really, really important. And 2013 brings you new opportunities to build that nest egg.

Retirement plans: The IRS raised the annual contribution limit for 401(k), 403(b) and 457 accounts, as well as the federal Thrift Savings Plan. You can now sock away up to $17,500, a $500 increase from last year. Limits on that amount kick in if the IRS considers you a "highly compensated employee", which means you make $115,000 or more.

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Polaroid bets on mobile photos as art

Polaroid bets on mobile photos as art

By Dave Siff
updated 12:39 PM EST, Fri January 04, 2013
For many people, smartphones and other mobile devices have replaced traditional cameras. But, can you frame a picture from your iPhone and hang it on the wall? Polaroid is betting a lot of you want to do just that.

The company has announced plans for 10 brick-and-mortar stores called Fotobars. The first one is set to open next month in Delray Beach, Florida.

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Great travel deals? Book it to these sites!

Great travel deals? Book it to these sites!

By HLNtv.com Staff
updated 3:41 PM EST, Thu January 03, 2013
Before you start planning your next getaway, check out these travel sites. HLN Money Expert Clark Howard shows you how you can save at three top-ranked online destinations.

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Fiscal cliff hangover: Tax filing delayed

Fiscal cliff hangover: Tax filing delayed

By Dave Siff
updated 11:54 AM EST, Thu January 03, 2013
The deal Congress struck to veer away from the fiscal cliff is now law. But, despite the clarity we have on taxes, we're all going to have to wait longer to file our 2012 returns, and receive refunds.

OK, hold on a minute: The fiscal cliff deal was signed into law in 2013. The increase in the payroll tax, as well as new tax rates and deduction caps for higher incomes, don't apply to 2012. So why can't you file yet?

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Fiscal cliff averted, but bigger fights ahead

Fiscal cliff averted, but bigger fights ahead

By Dave Siff
updated 9:26 AM EST, Wed January 02, 2013
Congress pushed the clock -- and Americans' patience -- to the limit and then some in its tortuous effort to avoid the so-called fiscal cliff. But what our elected representatives didn't do is the story now, and compared to the battles coming up, the late-night bargaining of the past few days may end up looking tame.

To review, the fiscal cliff was a package of tax increases and spending cuts set to take effect automatically on January 1 without action from Congress. Economists said the combination was too much all at once and would send the economy back into recession.

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