Personal Finance Saving- “You don’t get rich by giving it away.” This old adage might sound obvious, but its message of frugality actually carries some vitally important lessons for anyone who aspires to improve their financial situation. We think of rich people as having enough money to spend on whatever they like, but you might […]
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Editor’s Note: The wedding budget is a topic near and dear to my heart right now. Later this year my daughter Katie will be getting married and so our house is a constant buzz of wedding talk. But everything comes at a price. Fortunately, I’ve raised her well and she understands the value of money
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Lower Energy Costs More and more consumers today are looking for ways to lower their energy costs. Most know to have windows and doors checked to ensure that there are no air leaks in their homes and many take the initiative to have new energy efficient heating and cooling units installed. Many also replace their
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A Simple Formula to Secure Your Family’s Financial Future Just as none of us would think of leaving the house without the basic necessities – diaper bag, Sippy cup, cell phone, snacks – we should approach our finances with as much care and planning. Yet you’d be surprised at how many mothers have little to no
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By Aaron Schulman Going on a family vacation should be relaxing and create lasting memories. Those memories shouldn’t be marred by worries about how you are going to finance the trip or how you are going to pay the bills once you are home again. A well-researched, planned out trip does not have to break the bank.
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Are your electricity bills killing your monthly budget? After your mortgage or rent, electricity and car expenses are the next major expenses. Don’t let your electricity bills shoot through the roof, take immediate action before it is too late. So the question arises what can you do to put a leash on your utility bill? Here are a few
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By Stephanie Staszko Buying a first car be financially draining due to the buyer having no previous car to sell and ease the cost. Applying for a car loan is the most obvious step to funding a first car but there are other small tips that can help first time car buyers save money for their much
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If, like many people, you have outstanding bank loans or credit card debt, you may worry about these bills, but there are ways in which you can alleviate this tension. In this article we are going to show you 3 simple steps which will help you to overcome the stress of paying back what you
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Raising kids can be expensive. Even just providing essentials can take a large chunk out of your paycheck. Here are a few tips to help you stay on budget and still be able to afford to purchase all the essential items for your children. Being Fashionable on a Budget Shopping for your kids needs doesn’t have
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By John D. Schultz Last month, my church had a several part series on finance. It really got me thinking about how I manage my finances. I thought I’d share a bit of my experience, and some changes I’ve made to my life. Maybe they can help you. Or, maybe I need some guidance. Either
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By Tim McMahon, Editor If you have children and are deciding on work, one consideration is how much money you will actually have left after paying for childcare. Sometimes, if child care expenses are high, you may even wonder if it is worth working at all. After all, if the additional expenses associated with working
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Being in debt causes life to be more stressful and less enjoyable . By the time most people see the error of their ways, they’re already in so much debt that it will take them many years to get out of it. Fortunately, there are options that can help you get your debts paid off
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