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Financial Planning

Summer has come to a close. The kids are back in school (or will be shortly), and, hopefully, you’ve about made it through the items on your August financial list. Now that September is about begin, it’s time to think about what needs to be done in the fall and winter. Here are 5 money [...]

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Stock Market Crash

Yesterday, the U.S. stock market saw a complete rout, with the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 falling significantly, and with the Dow dropping by more than 250 points. Today, things do not look as though they are off to a start that offers any hope for a better day, with the Dow already significantly lower [...]

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3 Secret Skills of a Super Shopper

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What separates a super shopper from your average run of the mill shopper? The answer is pretty simple; there are a few skills that a super shopper possesses that put them ahead of the game.
Math
Remember sitting there in math class, bored, twiddling a pencil, and thinking, when will any of this matter in real life? [...]

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August’s Financial Checklist: 6 Things to Do This Month

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Summer is coming to an end; August is your last chance to do a number of things before school starts and “normal life” returns. Your July financial checklist should be just about finished, and you should be getting ready for everything that comes with fall.
August is a great time to look ahead to the school [...]

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How to Start a Budget Before Breaking the Bank: A Disciplinary Approach

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When it comes to financial health, the key is to have a proper plan in place before problems begin to occur. It’s much easier to maintain a positive balance in your bank account by being proactive rather than trying to make up for a loss after you’ve messed up.
Of course, it’s easy to talk about [...]

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Avoid These 5 Common Investing Mistakes

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Investing is seen as one of those necessary things for those who want to build up a solid nest egg. For many, making retirement means that it is necessary to invest. Of course, there are many investments to choose from, including stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities and funds. However, for most people it is easiest to [...]

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Should You Move to Look for a New Job?

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Throughout the recession, many people were just happy to have jobs. After all, with companies laying off workers in force, those who kept their jobs had no desire leave and enter the job market. Now, though, there is evidence that workers are feeling more confident, ready to move on. More employees are quitting, and if [...]

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Tax Professional Services: Guide to Finding the Right Service

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If you require tax assistance due to complicated financial matters, an experienced tax professional may be the resource you need to resolve your tax debt issues. In the event that you must locate a trustworthy source, be aware that not every agency may be as they appear. [...]

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July’s Financial Checklist: 5 Things to Do This Month

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It’s a fresh month. How are your finances coming along? June marked the halfway point in the year, and the June financial checklist reflected on your progress so far, and set the foundation for the next half of the year. Now July is here, and it is time to continue your efforts at keeping your [...]

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Unsecured vs. Secured Loans – What is best for Students?

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There is a lot of debate around the issue of unsecured vs. secured loans. Students face even more complex issues – due to age, a lack of income, and a lack of a credit history.
Secured Loans are Riskier for the Students but More Accessible

For the average person, the choice is already complex. On the [...]

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