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Savings vs. Money Market Account – Which is Best?
Building a plan to save your hard-earned money is essential for good financial health. And, once you start saving that money – whether it’s $5 a week or $500 a month – that plan should include where exactly you’ll put all of that cash. For new savers, the options can be confusing, especially as you […]
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Three Big Reasons Why Budgets Fail
If you’ve ever gotten to the end of a month and wondered where all of your hard-earned money went, it’s probably time to revisit your budget. Living with a budget allows you to understand where your money is going, and to use this information to change your habits and plan for the future. But what […]
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Simple Savings Tips For America Saves Week 2017
By Tammy G. Bruzon, America Saves America Saves Week (February 27 – March 4, 2017) is an annual opportunity for individuals to assess their savings and take financial action. Each year, we encourage savers – or potential savers – just like you to set a goal, make a plan, and save automatically. This America Saves […]
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Pay Yourself First
Why this strategy might be the best way to boost savings Remember that old infomercial for an at-home rotisserie grill? Ron Popeil, infomercial king, demonstrated how to prepare the chickens. Once he placed them in the grill, he asked the audience what to do next. “Set it and forget it,” they shouted. Saving for your […]
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5 Millennial Money Facts That Go Against All The Rules
These five millennial facts about money go against everything we’ve been taught about money. So why do they do it? Here’s a look at some differences.
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4 Benefits of Couponing
Are there really benefits of couponing? The answer is yes. But there are better ways to save without spending time clipping coupons. Here’s how to start!
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Do Parents Save More When Kids Leave Home?
That first drop off at preschool comes with a question that parents will ask themselves at various stages during their kids’ childhoods: “What will we do with all that money when they’re done?” The answer, it appears from a new report, is to spend it instead of increasing contributions to their 401(k) plans. The May […]
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4 Financial Tips for Millennials Who Want to Start Investing
Investing is a smart way to have your money work for you. Investing financial tips for millennials include starting slow…
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10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Everyday Living Expenses
We all like to save money whenever we can right? If you look closely, there are probably everyday ways to cut costs and save money on a weekly or monthly basis. A little bit of savings can add up to a lot over the long haul! Here are 10 easy ways to save money on everyday […]
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When to Talk About Debt with Your Kids
When it comes to children and money how soon should you talk debt with your kids? Some say the sooner the better.