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Personal finance insight and advice for Veterans, service members and their families
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Financial Guidance For Any AgeThere's a lot of financial guidance out there. Let our expert break it all down into the different decades of your life to know what you should do.
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Is it Time to Rethink the Conventional Wisdom on Emergency Funds?Emergency funds are back in the spotlight after the government shutdown. Learn why saving 3 to 6 months' worth of living expenses may no longer be enough.
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Leading Each Other Out of DebtWe asked our Facebook audience what they thought were the best ways to escape to confines of crushing debt. Here's what they had to say.
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The Formula to a Balanced BudgetUsing the balanced money formula is easy, and it can save you plenty of money with little effort. Read more about it here.
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Should It Stay or Should It Go? What Financial Records You Need to KeepThere can be a crushing amount of financial records to keep track of. Let's take a look at the best way to navigate personal financial records.
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3 Ways to Know You’re Not Ready For a Credit CardObtaining a credit card may be as simple as pie, but are you really ready for it? Here's three questions to ask yourself to know for sure.
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Stop Living Short: Save More, Earn More or Both?It's a dilemma we end up in frequently: should we save more money, earn more or both? Here's a quick look at the benefits of both options.
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Maximize Your Money Through MinimalismMinimalism can help you reduce stress, focus on what's important in your life and save money in the process. Read on to find out more!
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Not Just Debt: 4 Ways Building Credit Can Help You SaveThere are many reasons why having good credit is important and helpful. Read the best ways to go about building credit.
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The Hidden Danger of Payday LoansTake a look at why you should always avoid payday loans, one of the most dangerous credit finance options.
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Your 3-Step Plan To Reclaiming a Rogue W-2Don't fret if your W-2 is late, misplaced or lost. Just check out these tips to recover your missing W-2 before the tax deadline.
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Hey Consumers, Stand Up for Your Credit ReportsBeing a consumer requires taking action, especially when it comes to your credit report. Be proactive and dispute credit report errors. Learn how here.
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Everything You Wanted to Know About CDs (But Were Afraid To Ask)Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are one of the most common banking products. Be sure to learn about the new features and options before you decide to invest.
