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Tips to Save Money On Prom Expenses
It’s prom season, and to your teen that probably means a fancy dress or tux, glamorous jewelry, dinner at an expensive restaurant, perhaps a limo and then there are the after-parties. But to the parents, it probably means looking for ways to save money on prom expenses. Prom is an exciting night that teens will […]
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6 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
It’s the time of the year to file your personal income taxes and wait to find out if you owe Uncle Sam or if you’ll be enjoying tax refund money.
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How to Budget When Paychecks Fluctuate
It’s possible to know how to budget even when you don’t know what you’ll get paid this week or next. Here’s what to do when your income varies…
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Helping Teens Learn About Money
They may be just a handful of years away from adulthood, but many teens have no clue about seemingly simple money matters. If you parent, chances are you’re going to have to take on the task of helping teens learn about money. A recent global study, which included teens in the United States, found that […]
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5 Money Questions Before You Say, “I do”
In marriage, money isn’t always an easy subject to broach. Just consider these statistics: About 30 percent of couples say they disagree on money issues at least once a month, according to a 2016 report from Ameriprise Financial. Nearly 50 percent of people say they handle spending and saving in a different way from their […]
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Ready to Rent? Get the Best Affordable Rental Home
If you are looking for an affordable rental home, you’re not alone. It’s no surprise that some people prefer renting over owning when it comes to housing. There are many reasons why people find it more financially feasible to rent rather than purchase a home. Renting can be a great alternative for those who are […]
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How to Budget Without a Steady Paycheck
If you’re never quite sure how much money you’ll pull in from week to week, you have plenty of company. Learning to budget without a steady paycheck is a challenge that a lot of people experience. Thanks to a large number of underemployed people, who often are working part-time at hourly jobs, and the booming […]
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Save On Childcare Costs Without Sacrificing Quality
Child care is a huge expense for working parents. A hard look at the costs can make you wonder if it’s really worth going back to work when a good chunk of money is going to daycare. It may seem like an overwhelming problem, but there are a ways to save on childcare costs without […]
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5 Tips to Help You Keep Track of Your Finances This Year
It can be pretty difficult to keep track of your finances when you don’t know the basics – how much you’re really earning and how much you’re really spending. Sure, you may be aware of the number that should be on your paycheck, but is that the number that’s actually getting deposited into your bank […]