When the stock market is on shaky footing it’s usually a good time to look into non-traditional investments. While most people think of investments as stocks and bonds, an investment is really anything you put money into in hopes of making more money later. There are many types of investments that you can put your […]
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The cost of living is rising every year. Keeping on top of your family’s finances is difficult. Trying to balance your budget when funds are limited isn’t easy, so it’s important to make good decisions and avoid any decisions that will put yourself into a financial hole. If you’ve already gotten yourself and your family into a difficult financial
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You don’t have to graduate from a top business school to know that managing money is one of the most important skills a business owner can have. One of the main reasons that so many start-ups fail is because the owners get overwhelmed with the financial burden and learning how to manage their expenses. When
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You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be.” While it would be great if we were all so financially stable that we never had to worry about borrowing or lending money, that just isn’t a reality for most people today. But if you do find yourself in a tough spot
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Credit is crucial. In fact, your credit score determines your ability to procure auto loans, credit cards and home mortgages. Some might say that it can make or break your financial future. Main Credit Scoring Agencies There are three major consumer credit reporting agencies that operate in the United States: Equifax, Experian and Transunion. When a lender considers
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Wouldn’t a pillow be nice between a rock and a hard place? Let me clarify, because the question is a little metaphorical. When was the last time you were in a pinch financially? I don’t mean that your world was falling down around you. I mean you made a miscalculation on your budget or when
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Forex trading has been advertised on countless websites and infomercials across the country. Infomercials promise that investors will reap large profits from their Forex investments, but offer little information to back up their claims. Some advertisements boast of millions that can be made by consumers who purchase their costly programs or hire their financial advisors.
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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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Shopping has never been this convenient… with the Internet boom and just a few mouse clicks, you can preview all the information you need to decide whether you’re going to make a purchase. Are you looking for the latest novel by your favorite author? Just log on to Amazon and order the book in just a
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By Mariana Ashley Back-to-school season is here. And while most incoming college freshmen have factored in the cost of tuition, housing and food, most forget to calculate the added expense of what should be one of the priciest items on their school supplies list—textbooks. Some, especially introductory freshmen course textbooks, can cost as much as
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No one wants to spend their retirement worrying about money. Unfortunately, in today’s economic environment debt is common. Once you retire it is almost certain that your income will decline. But if you have loads of debt, your expenses will stay almost the same or even grow with the accumulation of interest. In days past,
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By Tim McMahon, editor If you are one of the millions in debt, then you are no stranger to the harassing calls from creditors at all hours and the burdens related to being in debt. Some may say good credit doesn’t matter… but sooner or later a time will come when you will hit a
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