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Do We Have Too Much Stuff?
When most of the U.S. entered into the sheltering-in-place phase in March of 2020, everything was upended. Our fears were exposed and the truth about our shopping habits was laid bare. True confessions; I like going to stores. I want B & N to have any book I decide to read. I truly believed Jasmine […]
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Learn How to Manage Your Money Better
Getting back on track financially can seem like a daunting — even impossible — task. As the debt mounts — and the paycheck stays the same or even dwindles — bankruptcy may seem like it’s in the offing. Pulling yourself up and out of financial troubles requires time and hard work. But it’s not impossible […]
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Setting Spending Priorities In a Financial Crisis: Infographic
When you are experiencing a financial crisis or setback, it can feel overwhelming. What do I do first? What’s the best path forward? How do I stay afloat financially? These are all questions that you may have. Managing a financial crisis requires an action plan. This isn’t the time to wing it and hope for […]
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Creating an Emergency Budget
For millions of Americans, the financial impact of COVID-19 is just starting to be felt. Reduced work hours, temporary layoffs and other hardships have caused significant financial stress for people in every state. What can a family do if they are facing a financial crisis do to stay afloat? Managing a financial setback requires a […]
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Breaking Free From Emotional Spending – Part 3
We’ve been covering the topic of emotional spending in this series. You can find part 1 with an Emotional Spending Self- Assessment here. Part 2 lists some helpful questions to ask yourself about your spending habits. I was at a conference recently and the ride home took me past one of the largest shopping complexes […]
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4 Ways To Save Money With Spring Cleaning
After a long winter inside, most of us are eager to spruce up our homes. In fact, according to the American Cleaning Institute’s National Cleaning Survey, 77% of Americans spend time spring cleaning every year, taking an average of six days to get their homes in order. The survey is focused on actual cleaning — […]
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Find The Best Military Discounts
If you’re a veteran or an active-duty member of the armed forces, and you are looking for military discounts, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve created a list of money saving ideas and military discounts that can help lessen the burden on your budget and allow for extra fun and quality time together. Many […]
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Is Eating Out Impacting Your Financial Success?
If you want to cut your expenses, one obvious place to start is evaluating whether eating out is impacting your financial success. Whether it’s ordering a pizza on a Friday night or picking up a burger for lunch on a Wednesday, the average American household spends $3,154 on eating out, or on food away from […]
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Financial Considerations For Finding Your First Apartment
Welcome back to the Young Adults Perspective Series, where we offer tips to newly financially independent young adults. With the New Year comes a change in work for many young adults. You might have finished your education in December, or perhaps you found a better opportunity in a new city. There are millions of people […]