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Why Kids Should Be Taught Personal Finance at a Young Age

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April 23, 2012
why kids should be taught personal finance at young age

Millions of Americans suffer from debt and lack of savings. Most cases of severe debt are caused by an inability to budget properly. Chances are good that these people were not taught financial management skills as kids. Teaching your kids proper money management at an early age can be the greatest gift you can...
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Should You Rent or Buy a Home?

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April 19, 2012
pros and cons renting vs buying

Should you rent or buy a home? Well, it depends. Where you live is a huge factor as home prices vary greatly across the country. According to this infographic, the top 5 cities where it’s least affordable to buy a home are Honolulu, HI; San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; Colorado Springs, CO; and...
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Smart Swipe: How to Handle Your Credit Card Usage

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March 7, 2012
how to handle credit card usage

“Sale!” “Up to 70 percent discount!” “Buy one, take one!” These words are a sure-fire way to turn anyone’s heads… and hurt their wallets. If you own a credit card, then you can relate to that irresistible urge to buy everything within a ten-foot radius. Credit cards are very useful and convenient, especially at...
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Last Minute Tax Tips

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March 6, 2012
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Tax Day is almost here and if you haven’t gotten started yet, there’s good news. You have 2 extra days this year! Taxes aren’t due until April 17, just like last year. Why? Typically Tax Day is April 15. The deadline was delayed since it lands on a Sunday this year and the following...
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How to Seriously Organize Your Time Better

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February 16, 2012
how to seriously organize your time better

As a stay at home mom, my days are full. Every waking moment that I have is used to try to get things done, whether it’s taking care of my daughter and her needs, spending time with my husband, cleaning up around the house, cooking, grocery shopping, blogging, etc. I never seem to have...
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