Don’t get sucked in again! Before you say “yes” to a large purchase, ask yourself these 7 hard-hitting questions. You just may end up leaving that “dream” product in the store.
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5 Ways To Budget For Your Wedding
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Q: I’m ready to tie the knot, but I don’t know if I can afford to have a wedding! Between the flowers, gown and venue, it’s thousands and thousands of dollars. How can I cut costs without compromising on my special day?
New School Year's Resolutions
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Ah, autumn. That wonderful time of year when the leaves change color, football takes over the television for five uninterrupted months and students head back to school.
Don't Drink Your Wallet Dry
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Nothing says “summer coming” like the mouthwatering smell of a flaming barbecue blowing through the neighborhood. Whether you churn out the best burgers on the block from a modest charcoal grill or your Weber’s been squatting on your deck all winter, we’ve got you covered!
Q&A: How to Fund an Emergency
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Q: Help! I've been hit with a financial emergency and I don't know how to pay for it! What are my options?
A: Ideally, you'll want to have an emergency fund in place for this very reason. If you don't, or the money you have set aside isn't enough, you have several options to consider…
7 Ways to Spring Clean for Extra Cash
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When that first delightful spring breeze starts blowing, you know it's time to get your house in shape. The warmer weather and the brilliant sunshine pouring through your windows can fill you with boundless energy. You're going to banish those dust bunnies! Every piece of useless clutter must go! You are on a mission to turn your home into a sparkling palace that is completely free of junk.
Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By And Get Your Financial Life Together
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If you're a 20-something college student or a young professional still paying for college, the phrase "personal finance plan" might sound like pure fantasy. First, you believe, you need to get hold of some finances, and then maybe you can start managing them.
Combating Financial Mistakes Of Our 20s & 30s
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People starting out in their careers often focus on the here and now while ignoring the future when it comes to finances. As you climb the ladder of success, you tend to think that the raises and promotions will endlessly continue. It can seem like you have forever to plan for the future.
Earn Rewards: Shopkick App
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Do you love to shop? Even if you don't have extra spending money, do you still enjoy walking through stores and browsing? Well, now there's an app where you can actually earn rewards for just walking through a store! Yes, you read correctly. You can get paid for simply visiting a store and not purchasing anything.
Q&A: Risking It When Investing
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Q: My wife is a risk taker and wants to invest in things that aren't really in my comfort zone. I know it's generally considered better to invest where returns are higher, but that also means a higher risk! Is there some sort of middle ground?