Q: Is there any reason to get preapproved for a loan? A: For a large purchase, such as a home or car, having that preapproval in hand before you start shopping is crucial.
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Hidden Home Costs
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Homeowners can expect to spend about $9,390 every year on costs associated with owning and caring for a home, according to an analysis by online real estate company Zillow and local services company Thumbtack.
Start Your Own Neighborhood Co-op
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A neighborhood co-op builds community, leaves no carbon footprint from the transportation of food and assures a steady supply of fresh herbs and vegetables. Growing and sharing food is simple, inexpensive and good for your mind and body.
How To Shop For Fall On A Budget
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That long-anticipated day has finally come and gone. Your kids looked sharp and neat sporting spiffy backpacks and dressed in their spanking new back-to-school clothing. You watched them board that bus and waved them off from your perch at the bus stop until your arm hurt.
How To Create And Keep Strong Passwords
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Your passwords are the keys to your life. And when it feels like there’s another big security breach every week, you want to be sure those passwords are strong and safe.
Financial Fasting Weekend
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Money seems to blow through pockets much faster on the weekends. Control your weekend spending this month by designating one weekend as a Financial Fast. Don’t spend a penny from Friday to Monday!
Lighten Up With Indoor Plants
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Pulling some of the outdoors into your home with houseplants can reap numerous health benefits and add to your home décor. Plus, the controlled indoor environment is beneficial to a host of plants.
8 Most Harmful Attitudes Toward Money
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We all know that saving money can be difficult. But if you find yourself thinking any of the following, it’s time to give your money attitude a shakeup!
Ways To Save On Food Costs
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How can you prepare nutritious meals that don’t cost a bundle or take hours of prep time? Is it even possible? You betcha! Here’s how!