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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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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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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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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.
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How To Prioritize Payments And Get Out Of DebtPrioritizing payments is a useful tool for those hoping to pay down their debts this year. Get started tackling your debt with a few quick tips.
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5 Budgeting Problem Areas (And How to Fix Them)Whether you are working towards a financial goal or just trying to make ends meet, finding ways to alter your budgeting can be exasperating.
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Are You Ready For Retirement? Find Out With These 4 TipsTwo elements of retirement to consider are: 1) How to prepare for retirement 2) When to retire. Here's some help with these considerations.
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How Much Does Your Commute Cost?Whether you walk to work or saved money on a home in the suburbs, you need to know the hard facts about the costs of your commute.
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What Military Families Can Do to Cut Back-to-School CostsSchool supplies can be expensive, especially for military families. They are cutting back-to-school costs this year to save money.
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Ways to Avoid Money-Related Stress During DeploymentHere are practical ways to avoid money-related stress and have a successful financial conversation with a spouse during deployment.
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How Not to Break the Bank on Couple's BudgetingBudgeting presents a big obstacle for many new couples, but creating a budget that covers expenses and saves for the future doesn't have to cause a fight.
