National Burger Month may be half over, but there’s still time to get cooking!

Though the origins of this May holiday may be mysterious, what’s not is the fact that burgers are tasty.

Nice weather is here to stay, so bust out your grills and get going with these seven quick, easy, and cheap recipes to keep your hunger at bay.

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Giving is great, no two ways about it.

But with so many problems in the world, how do you find a charity that’s solid, ethical, and gets help to those in need?

Use these guidelines and you can be not just generous but effective when you donate.

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Nothing beats the feeling of  standing over a completed project, hammer in hand and reinforced sense of domination over your surroundings.

But even the handiest can suffer the consequences of DIY gone wrong, and it’s hard to admit when it’s time to DDIY- don’t do it yourself.

These four cautionary tales show that hard work and common sense aren’t always enough to avoid mishaps.

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Creative Problem Solving Tips for Your Business

Thumbnail image for Creative Problem Solving Tips for Your Business by Kasey Steinbrinck May 10, 2013

If you own or work for a small business, then you’re no stranger to problem solving. Problems pop up all the time, and usually it seems like the worst time. But the smartest entrepreneurs and most valuable employees know each problem that arises also offers opportunities. There will be opportunities to make discoveries that will [...]

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Overcoming the Dangers of Social Media

Thumbnail image for Overcoming the Dangers of Social Media by Grace Savides May 8, 2013

It  sounds like the setup to a bad joke. What do a fake White House bombing, Justin Bieber coming out as gay, and a series of bizarre Syria-related posts from The Onion all have in common? These fake stories were posted on the official Twitter accounts of the Associated Press, E! Online, and The Onion. [...]

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Prom Alert!: 6 Ways to DIY and Stop Overpaying

Thumbnail image for Prom Alert!: 6 Ways to DIY and Stop Overpaying by Grace Savides May 7, 2013

Hold onto that tiara, prom costs are skyrocketing. Despite a languid economy, a recent VISA survey  found that the average American family spent $1,078 on prom in 2012. That’s up 33.6 percent from $807 in 2011. Not only that, but families in the $20,000 to $29,000 income bracket spent the most on the event with an average of [...]

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6 Simple Homemade Gift Ideas to Warm Mom’s Heart This Mother’s Day

Thumbnail image for 6 Simple Homemade Gift Ideas to Warm Mom’s Heart This Mother’s Day by Kasey Steinbrinck May 4, 2013

We owe a lot to our moms. Mother’s Day is the one time each year where you have no excuse for failing to show your love and appreciation. If you want to make a few tears well up in your mom’s eyes, then the best thing to do is give her something you made yourself. [...]

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Getting in Shape for Financial Swimsuit Season

Thumbnail image for Getting in Shape for Financial Swimsuit Season by Grace Savides May 1, 2013

CheckAdvantage is happy to welcome a new writer to our personal finance blog. Grace Savides comes to us with a background in journalism and will be writing weekly blog round-ups along with other helpful articles. It’s time to cut the fat, and we’re not just talking about those winter-won love handles. Grab your beach towel [...]

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Pin Art & Win Art With CheckAdvantage on Pinterest (Win One of 10 Prizes!)

Thumbnail image for Pin Art & Win Art With CheckAdvantage on Pinterest (Win One of 10 Prizes!) by Kasey Steinbrinck April 30, 2013

We all have our own artistic tastes. Even if you aren’t an artist – the kind of art that appeals to you is part of your unique personality. What you choose to hang on your walls or even put in your checkbook is a form of self-expression. That’s why we started our Licensed Artist Series [...]

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11 Amazing Apps for Your Small Business

Thumbnail image for 11 Amazing Apps for Your Small Business by Kasey Steinbrinck April 20, 2013

The small business owner of today takes work on the road while holding a variety of responsibilities and juggling appointments, deadlines, employees as well as day-to-day matters. That means you need to be organized. It means you need all the help you can get. Shortcuts are a blessing. In fact, anything that makes your life [...]

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You Are Being Watched While You Shop

Thumbnail image for You Are Being Watched While You Shop by Kasey Steinbrinck April 17, 2013

Do you ever get the strange feeling someone is spying on you as you shop at your favorite store? Turns out your paranoia may be dead on. But it’s not a pushy sales rep secretly following you around and waiting to pounce. A recent article from Consumer Reports claims retailers are keeping a very close [...]

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How Credit Scores Affect The American Dream

Thumbnail image for How Credit Scores Affect The American Dream by Guest Post April 10, 2013

When it comes to living the American dream, credit matters. While you may hear some people make disparaging comments about borrowing and make the claim that cash is king, it’s a simple fact that the ability to borrow for big ticket items is primarily based on how well you’ve managed credit in the past. It’s [...]

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How to Use LinkedIn for Small Business Success

Thumbnail image for How to Use LinkedIn for Small Business Success by Kasey Steinbrinck April 6, 2013

Is your small business using LinkedIn? Do you believe it’s the most valuable social media platform for growth? More than 40% of small business owners questioned in a recent survey think so. In fact, the study indicates small businesses use LinkedIn more than any other type of social media. You may view LinkedIn as a [...]

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