Category: Budgeting

Renovate Your Home Without Breaking the Budget

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Are you ready to mix things up in the design of your home, but not ready to burn through your precious money to do so? We know some tips and tricks that will allow you to revamp the look of your home without going overboard on price. Keep reading to find out how! Improve the

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Money Responsibility 101: Family Edition

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Financial responsibility starts in the home. If it’s not something you were taught as a child, it can be difficult to model it in the home as an adult. The good news is, it’s not too late to start! Here’s what you need to know to kick your household into gear.  Do It Together The

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IRA FAQs: Find Your Answers

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Retirement may seem far away or coming soon to you. Either way, you likely have some questions as many people do. Today, we will tackle some of the most common questions.  What is an IRA? IRA stands for Individual Retirement Account. The purpose of it is to help people save for retirement through their paychecks.

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Make Your 2020 Savings Goals A Reality

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The new year is full of hope and imagination for the future. It can be challenging for anyone to stick with these goals, especially financial ones. We’re happy to tell you that there is a way to make these goals a reality by sticking to these wise practices. Be Realistic In order to make your

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How To Save On Your Taxes

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Are you kicking yourself for how you handled last year’s taxes? You can feel better about next year by learning a little bit about tax savings now.  Consider Donations Not only is donating to charity a great way to give back to the community, but it is also a smart way to have a tax

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Graduation Is Coming – Have You Been Saving?

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It’s never too early to save for college. Some parents start college funds even before their kids are born. If you have yet to jump on the savings train, it’s not too late to get serious about saving while in high school. The average cost of in-state tuition is around $10,000. Every dollar that you

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Top 5 Ways to Save Money Fast

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While it’s not a good idea to go after any “get rich quick” schemes, there are some ways that you can quickly get more money than you have had on a typical month. The secret is to be cautious with your spending. This is obviously easier said than done, but it’s a way to “make”

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How Do I Pay Off My Debt?

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Extreme amounts of debt can weigh heavy on your shoulders. It has been found that extreme amounts of debt are linked to higher rates of suicide and depression. This is why it’s so important to have an understanding of good debt vs. bad debt and how you can go about paying back your debt efficiently. 

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