Take Your First Steps Before They Take Theirs: Financial Planning for the New Parent
August 20, 2018 Take Your First Steps Before They Take Theirs: Financial Planning for the New Parent The first few days after you bring your baby home is an exciting time that can also be a bit stressful. So can the first few weeks. Many parents also find the first...
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Share Certificates: How to Keep Your Money Spinning
August 20, 2018 Share Certificates: How to Keep Your Money Spinning A share certificate is much like the familiar certificate of deposit (CD) offered by banks. It acts like a traditional savings account in that you deposit money to collect dividends over time. It...
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Early Retirement Costs You Might Have Missed and How to Save for Them
August 20, 2018 Early Retirement Costs You Might Have Missed and How to Save for Them Retiring early is the dream. You get to spend more time with your family and enjoy your hobbies while you’re healthy enough to do so. You can say goodbye to the workaday world and...
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Are Your Investments Safe?
August 16, 2018 Are Your Investments Safe? What’s your first thought when you consider the question, “Are your investments safe?” You might think about federally insured deposit accounts through National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). That’s a logical and...
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Getting The Most Out Of Kids Accounts
August 16, 2018 Getting The Most Out of Kids Accounts Managing money is a foundational life skill for both kids and teens. There are so many factors involved and so many open-ended questions at play. How much should you be saving? When is it worth spending more? How...
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Look Before You Pump! Caution Using Your Debit Card At The Gas Station
August 10, 2018 Look Before You Pump! Caution Using Your Debit Card At The Gas Station How many times a month do you fill ‘er up? It’s a mindless chore, but did you know it can also be the beginning of a financial nightmare? Gas pump skimming is an old crime that’s...
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How Many Credit Cards Should I Own?
September 14, 2018 How Many Credit Cards Should I Own? The importance of maintaining a good credit score is old news. As you likely know, the higher your score, the more attractive you will be to potential lenders, making larger loans and the best interest rates...
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7 Ways to Spot a Loan Scam
July 2, 2018 7 Ways to Spot a Loan Scam Your credit’s trending the wrong way and you’re desperate for a loan. Unfortunately, though, it seems that no reputable institution is willing to work with you – and the few that are offer very unforgiving terms. Then...
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Skip-a-Payment – Free Cash Flow with a Summertime Break from your Loan Payment
July 20, 2018 Skip-A-Payment: Free Cash Flow with a Summertime Break from your Loan Payment Q: Summer puts a strain on my budget because of extra expenses! I’ve been looking for a way to get through it without racking up a huge credit card bill. I’m considering...
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Personal Loans: The Swiss Army Knife of Personal Finance
May 17, 2018 Personal Loans: The Swiss Army Knife of Personal Finance Sometimes life throws expensive surprises. To cover them, you’ll need to borrow. If you’re borrowing to finance one of these costly events, consider a personal loan. 1.) Weddings. When it’s time...
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