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Home Budgeting & FinanceFinancial Infidelity: Tips to Protect Your Relationship

Financial Infidelity: Tips to Protect Your Relationship

Michel Mora·Dec 8, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceLower Your Power Bill: 15 Proven Tips to Save Money

Lower Your Power Bill: 15 Proven Tips to Save Money

Steven McKean·Nov 3, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMortgage Trouble: Smart Tips for Struggling Homeowners

Mortgage Trouble: Smart Tips for Struggling Homeowners

Brian Keaney·Jun 9, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceCan't Pay Your Rent or Mortgage? Here's What to Do

Can't Pay Your Rent or Mortgage? Here's What to Do

Carolyn Depoto·May 5, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Ways to Buy a House Without Family Support

Smart Ways to Buy a House Without Family Support

Carolyn Depoto·Sep 20, 2019·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance4 Reasons Why a Home Isn't a Good Investment

4 Reasons Why a Home Isn't a Good Investment

Steven McKean·Jun 10, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceGet the Best Rates on Home and Auto Insurance

Get the Best Rates on Home and Auto Insurance

Michel Mora·Apr 10, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance3 Key Reasons to Pick a College for Cost & Affordability

3 Key Reasons to Pick a College for Cost & Affordability

Brian Keaney·Mar 29, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance10 Proven Strategies to Lower Your Car Insurance Costs

10 Proven Strategies to Lower Your Car Insurance Costs

Steven McKean·Mar 4, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance8 Key Questions to Ask Before Switching Banks

8 Key Questions to Ask Before Switching Banks

Michel Mora·Dec 24, 2018·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Holiday Tipping Tips to Show Appreciation

5 Holiday Tipping Tips to Show Appreciation

Michel Mora·Dec 7, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Key Facts Every Renter Needs to Understand

5 Key Facts Every Renter Needs to Understand

Brian Keaney·Nov 5, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Practical Ways to Cut Expenses and Save More Money

5 Practical Ways to Cut Expenses and Save More Money

Steven McKean·Oct 10, 2018·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance4 Quick Financial Wins to Boost Your Savings Fast

4 Quick Financial Wins to Boost Your Savings Fast

Steven McKean·Sep 21, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceLower Grocery Bills: Smart Tips to Save More Money

Lower Grocery Bills: Smart Tips to Save More Money

Michel Mora·Sep 5, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDoes Money Buy Happiness? Key Facts and Insights

Does Money Buy Happiness? Key Facts and Insights

Brian Keaney·Aug 27, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceShould I Buy a New Car Before Tariffs Raise Prices?

Should I Buy a New Car Before Tariffs Raise Prices?

Steven McKean·Aug 20, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMark Cuban's Money Advice: Strategies to Build Wealth

Mark Cuban's Money Advice: Strategies to Build Wealth

Steven McKean·Mar 7, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSave Money This Winter: Tips to Protect Your Cash

Save Money This Winter: Tips to Protect Your Cash

Brian Keaney·Jan 2, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMedical Bills: It's Hard to Keep Your Head Above Water

Medical Bills: It's Hard to Keep Your Head Above Water

Brian Keaney·May 3, 2017·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Ways to Pay Bills: Top Apps to Help You

Smart Ways to Pay Bills: Top Apps to Help You

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 29, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance7 Bad Financial Habits You Must Break for Better Money

7 Bad Financial Habits You Must Break for Better Money

Brian Keaney·Mar 24, 2017·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance11 Tax Mistakes to Avoid This Year

11 Tax Mistakes to Avoid This Year

Michel Mora·Mar 17, 2017·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceComcast Lawsuit: What Customers Should Know

Comcast Lawsuit: What Customers Should Know

Steven McKean·Jan 3, 2017·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTop 3 Apps for Finance: Manage Money & Build Habits

Top 3 Apps for Finance: Manage Money & Build Habits

Michel Mora·Dec 21, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceFix Money Mistakes: 3 Blunders and How to Recover

Fix Money Mistakes: 3 Blunders and How to Recover

Carolyn Depoto·Nov 16, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Money Habits Every Parent Should Teach Kids

5 Money Habits Every Parent Should Teach Kids

Brian Keaney·Oct 19, 2016·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceAre Store Rewards Worth It? What Experts Say

Are Store Rewards Worth It? What Experts Say

Michel Mora·Sep 9, 2016·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceInternet Monopoly: How It Affects Your Choices & Bills

Internet Monopoly: How It Affects Your Choices & Bills

Steven McKean·Aug 17, 2016·8 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTop Apps & Services to Make Spending Easier

Top Apps & Services to Make Spending Easier

Michel Mora·Jul 7, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Stay Successful and Secure in Retirement

How to Stay Successful and Secure in Retirement

Steven McKean·Apr 6, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBoost Financial Success: Smart Ways to Use Bill Savings

Boost Financial Success: Smart Ways to Use Bill Savings

Brian Keaney·Dec 15, 2015·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceAfter Bills: Smart Budgeting for Extra Spending

After Bills: Smart Budgeting for Extra Spending

Michel Mora·Dec 14, 2015·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Tips: Pay Your Bills Conveniently and Easily

Smart Tips: Pay Your Bills Conveniently and Easily

Steven McKean·Oct 2, 2015·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDIY vs. Pro Home Security: Find What Fits Best

DIY vs. Pro Home Security: Find What Fits Best

Brian Keaney·Aug 8, 2015·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNew Stimulus Package: Key Benefits and What It Means

New Stimulus Package: Key Benefits and What It Means

Michel Mora·Mar 23, 2021·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHiring a Financial Advisor: Smart Tips for Your Money

Hiring a Financial Advisor: Smart Tips for Your Money

Steven McKean·Jan 6, 2021·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceShould You Refinance Your Mortgage? Key Tips to Save

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage? Key Tips to Save

Brian Keaney·Dec 21, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceYour Freezer Is the Key to Saving on Groceries

Your Freezer Is the Key to Saving on Groceries

Steven McKean·Nov 11, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSave Money: Should You Repair or Replace Appliances?

Save Money: Should You Repair or Replace Appliances?

Steven McKean·Oct 12, 2020·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceCash for Your House? How to Avoid Home Sale Scams

Cash for Your House? How to Avoid Home Sale Scams

Carolyn Depoto·Jul 6, 2020·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Ways to Avoid Overspending and Save Money at Home

Smart Ways to Avoid Overspending and Save Money at Home

Steven McKean·May 16, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMultifamily Homes: Pros, Cons, and Smart Buying Tips

Multifamily Homes: Pros, Cons, and Smart Buying Tips

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 10, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBest Online Calculators: Make Your Finances Add Up

Best Online Calculators: Make Your Finances Add Up

Carolyn Depoto·May 22, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceConsider These 4 Tips Before Switching to Streaming

Consider These 4 Tips Before Switching to Streaming

Brian Keaney·Mar 6, 2019·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDon't Let a Car Dealer's 'Yo-Yo' Financing Scam Reel You In

Don't Let a Car Dealer's 'Yo-Yo' Financing Scam Reel You In

Steven McKean·Mar 1, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance6 New Year's Resolutions for Your Finances

6 New Year's Resolutions for Your Finances

Steven McKean·Dec 31, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceAspiration Bank Review: Ethical and Impactful

Aspiration Bank Review: Ethical and Impactful

Steven McKean·Dec 5, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinancePay Off Your Mortgage Early: Simple Strategies to Use

Pay Off Your Mortgage Early: Simple Strategies to Use

Michel Mora·Nov 2, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinancePet Owner Money Tips: Save on Costs, Keep Pets Happy

Pet Owner Money Tips: Save on Costs, Keep Pets Happy

Michel Mora·Oct 15, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Spot and Avoid Disaster Relief Scams

How to Spot and Avoid Disaster Relief Scams

Carolyn Depoto·Sep 24, 2018·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinancePodcasts Can Save You Money: Smart Listening Tips

Podcasts Can Save You Money: Smart Listening Tips

Carolyn Depoto·Sep 19, 2018·1 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceRecession Proof Your Finances: Smart Tips & Strategies

Recession Proof Your Finances: Smart Tips & Strategies

Michel Mora·Sep 4, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSave on Back-to-School Shopping: Smart Tips & Deals

Save on Back-to-School Shopping: Smart Tips & Deals

Michel Mora·Aug 22, 2018·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceOwn or Rent Your Home? Pros, Cons, and Smart Tips

Own or Rent Your Home? Pros, Cons, and Smart Tips

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 26, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBest Time to Buy: Expert Tips to Save on Major Purchases

Best Time to Buy: Expert Tips to Save on Major Purchases

Steven McKean·Mar 5, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTipping Etiquette: When to Tip and What to Skip

Tipping Etiquette: When to Tip and What to Skip

Steven McKean·Dec 4, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance3 Common Medical Debt Mistakes to Avoid

3 Common Medical Debt Mistakes to Avoid

Michel Mora·May 5, 2017·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceRetire a Millionaire: Smart Wealth Building Strategies

Retire a Millionaire: Smart Wealth Building Strategies

Michel Mora·Apr 12, 2017·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Win Against the Odds: Underdog Strength

How to Win Against the Odds: Underdog Strength

Michel Mora·Jan 30, 2017·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNew Year, New Budget: Smart Tips for Financial Wellness

New Year, New Budget: Smart Tips for Financial Wellness

Steven McKean·Jan 6, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSean Talks Money: 10 Wallet Tips for the Year

Sean Talks Money: 10 Wallet Tips for the Year

Steven McKean·Dec 30, 2016·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget

Smart Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget

Steven McKean·Nov 30, 2016·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceComparing Credit Card Benefits: How to Choose the Best Card

Comparing Credit Card Benefits: How to Choose the Best Card

Brian Keaney·Aug 24, 2016·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Choose a Retirement Plan and Save Smart

How to Choose a Retirement Plan and Save Smart

Steven McKean·May 18, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTips to Better Prepare for Next Year's Taxes

Tips to Better Prepare for Next Year's Taxes

Michel Mora·Apr 20, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSecure Your Future: Smart Tips for a Successful Retirement

Secure Your Future: Smart Tips for a Successful Retirement

Brian Keaney·Mar 30, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceOverpaying? Top 5 Things to Cut & Save Money Now

Overpaying? Top 5 Things to Cut & Save Money Now

Brian Keaney·Mar 10, 2016·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceEasy Ways to Lower Utility Bills and Save Money

Easy Ways to Lower Utility Bills and Save Money

Michel Mora·Jan 14, 2016·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceVideo Streaming: How It Impacts Your Internet Bill & Data

Video Streaming: How It Impacts Your Internet Bill & Data

Steven McKean·Dec 15, 2015·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceCan You Really Afford that Smartphone? Tips to Manage Costs

Can You Really Afford that Smartphone? Tips to Manage Costs

Steven McKean·Oct 8, 2015·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBoost Your Budget: Smart Ways to Save on Monthly Bills

Boost Your Budget: Smart Ways to Save on Monthly Bills

Michel Mora·Sep 25, 2015·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNeed Health Insurance? How To Get It Now

Need Health Insurance? How To Get It Now

Brian Keaney·Mar 2, 2021·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Get Money Fast: Safe and Legal Ways to Get Quick Cash

How to Get Money Fast: Safe and Legal Ways to Get Quick Cash

Steven McKean·Apr 28, 2020·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow To Rescue Your Finances

How To Rescue Your Finances

Carolyn Depoto·Apr 6, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Cope with Financial Concerns During the COVID-19 Pandemic

How to Cope with Financial Concerns During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Steven McKean·Apr 1, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceFICO Makes It Tougher to Get a High Score

FICO Makes It Tougher to Get a High Score

Steven McKean·Feb 10, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThe Cost of Having a Baby—What You Should Know

The Cost of Having a Baby—What You Should Know

Steven McKean·Feb 4, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSocially Responsible Investing: Investing in Your Values

Socially Responsible Investing: Investing in Your Values

Steven McKean·Jan 27, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceFocus on Monthly Tasks to Hit 2020 Money Goals

Focus on Monthly Tasks to Hit 2020 Money Goals

Steven McKean·Jan 24, 2020·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow I Ditched Debt: A Spender, a Saver and Dreams of a Family

How I Ditched Debt: A Spender, a Saver and Dreams of a Family

Steven McKean·Jan 17, 2020·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Make Bankers Love You

How to Make Bankers Love You

Carolyn Depoto·Jan 13, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNew Year’s Resolution: Take Your Power Back

New Year’s Resolution: Take Your Power Back

Carolyn Depoto·Jan 1, 2020·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceUnderstanding Your Money Patterns: How Your Parents Shape Your Financial Habits

Understanding Your Money Patterns: How Your Parents Shape Your Financial Habits

Brian Keaney·Dec 27, 2019·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceGas Station Credit Card Fraud: How It Happens and How to Protect Yourself

Gas Station Credit Card Fraud: How It Happens and How to Protect Yourself

Brian Keaney·Dec 26, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhat You Can Do About Erratic Work Schedules (and Why They’re So Harmful)

What You Can Do About Erratic Work Schedules (and Why They’re So Harmful)

Steven McKean·Dec 9, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSaving Time is Worth the Money

Saving Time is Worth the Money

Steven McKean·Nov 27, 2019·1 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhy The Apple Card Could Make You Spend More

Why The Apple Card Could Make You Spend More

Michel Mora·Nov 15, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSigns of Financial Abuse You Should Never Ignore

Signs of Financial Abuse You Should Never Ignore

Michel Mora·Oct 11, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMoney Mistakes Young People Make and How to Avoid Them

Money Mistakes Young People Make and How to Avoid Them

Brian Keaney·Oct 7, 2019·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNeed A Loan? Your Magazine Subscriptions and Bill Paying History May Matter

Need A Loan? Your Magazine Subscriptions and Bill Paying History May Matter

Steven McKean·Sep 18, 2019·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThese Types of Apps Could Prompt Impromptu Spending

These Types of Apps Could Prompt Impromptu Spending

Carolyn Depoto·Aug 30, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTake Heart, Millennials — Investing Is Within Your Reach

Take Heart, Millennials — Investing Is Within Your Reach

Brian Keaney·Aug 9, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTo Get What You Want, You Have to Speak Up!

To Get What You Want, You Have to Speak Up!

Brian Keaney·Jul 30, 2019·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceCompound Interest vs Simple Interest: How the Difference Impacts Your Loans and Finances

Compound Interest vs Simple Interest: How the Difference Impacts Your Loans and Finances

Brian Keaney·Jul 22, 2019·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow I Ditched Debt: ‘I Just Pretended I Didn’t Have Money’

How I Ditched Debt: ‘I Just Pretended I Didn’t Have Money’

Brian Keaney·Jul 11, 2019·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow Does Your 401(k) Compare to Average?

How Does Your 401(k) Compare to Average?

Brian Keaney·Jun 27, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceConsumers, Financial Literacy, and What’s at Stake

Consumers, Financial Literacy, and What’s at Stake

Michel Mora·Jun 25, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceStressed to Pick the Best? Try ‘Good Enough’ Money Decisions Instead

Stressed to Pick the Best? Try ‘Good Enough’ Money Decisions Instead

Brian Keaney·Jun 21, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance7 Steps To Financial Health

7 Steps To Financial Health

Brian Keaney·Jun 17, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance7 Ways To Manage Your First Credit Card

7 Ways To Manage Your First Credit Card

Carolyn Depoto·Jun 3, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance3 Ways to Lower Your Student Loans

3 Ways to Lower Your Student Loans

Brian Keaney·May 28, 2019·1 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSix Money Myths You Should Avoid

Six Money Myths You Should Avoid

Michel Mora·May 8, 2019·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Travel Rewards Myths That Could Cost You

5 Travel Rewards Myths That Could Cost You

Carolyn Depoto·May 3, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Talk to Your Parents About Money: A Practical Family Guide

How to Talk to Your Parents About Money: A Practical Family Guide

Carolyn Depoto·Apr 26, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDebit vs Credit Card: Which One Should You Choose?

Debit vs Credit Card: Which One Should You Choose?

Steven McKean·Apr 22, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBest Credit Card for Teenagers: A Practical Guide to Building Credit the Smart Way

Best Credit Card for Teenagers: A Practical Guide to Building Credit the Smart Way

Steven McKean·Apr 19, 2019·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhere to Keep Emergency Fund: Smart Choices for Safety and Access

Where to Keep Emergency Fund: Smart Choices for Safety and Access

Brian Keaney·Apr 15, 2019·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance7 Things To Teach Your Children About Money

7 Things To Teach Your Children About Money

Steven McKean·Apr 8, 2019·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThere’s More Than One Way to Slay a Debt

There’s More Than One Way to Slay a Debt

Brian Keaney·Apr 5, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceCan Your Employer Cure Your Money Woes?

Can Your Employer Cure Your Money Woes?

Brian Keaney·Mar 22, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMoney Mistakes Even Smart People Make

Money Mistakes Even Smart People Make

Steven McKean·Mar 15, 2019·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Key Steps to Join the 401(k) Millionaires Club

5 Key Steps to Join the 401(k) Millionaires Club

Steven McKean·Dec 21, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Save $500

How to Save $500

Steven McKean·Nov 30, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceBranded Credit Cards Amp Up Rewards in ‘Golden Age’ for Shoppers

Branded Credit Cards Amp Up Rewards in ‘Golden Age’ for Shoppers

Steven McKean·Sep 28, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNever Miss a Bill Payment Again: A Simple System That Actually Works

Never Miss a Bill Payment Again: A Simple System That Actually Works

Brian Keaney·Sep 14, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThe Hot Movement You’ll Want to Join

The Hot Movement You’ll Want to Join

Steven McKean·Sep 12, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDreaming of an Early Retirement? Here’s What You Really Need to Know in 2025

Dreaming of an Early Retirement? Here’s What You Really Need to Know in 2025

Steven McKean·Sep 7, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Times to Stash Your Cash and Pay With Plastic

5 Times to Stash Your Cash and Pay With Plastic

Brian Keaney·Aug 31, 2018·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSummer Is the Perfect Time for a Financial Checkup

Summer Is the Perfect Time for a Financial Checkup

Carolyn Depoto·Aug 16, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceAre You Financially Aware? Why Financial Awareness Matters More Than Ever

Are You Financially Aware? Why Financial Awareness Matters More Than Ever

Steven McKean·Aug 14, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMillennials Chart a Path Toward Financial Awareness

Millennials Chart a Path Toward Financial Awareness

Steven McKean·Aug 13, 2018·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow Credit Scores Are Calculated: What Really Impacts Your Score

How Credit Scores Are Calculated: What Really Impacts Your Score

Carolyn Depoto·Jul 16, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceA How-To Guide to Salary Negotiation

A How-To Guide to Salary Negotiation

Michel Mora·Jul 9, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmall Financial Mistakes That Could Cost You Big

Small Financial Mistakes That Could Cost You Big

Brian Keaney·Jun 29, 2018·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceClass of 2018: 8 Ways to Prep for Financial Adulthood

Class of 2018: 8 Ways to Prep for Financial Adulthood

Carolyn Depoto·May 30, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceEven the Royal Family Saves Money

Even the Royal Family Saves Money

Carolyn Depoto·May 23, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTeach Your Child to Be Smart About Money: A Complete Guide to Financial Literacy for Kids

Teach Your Child to Be Smart About Money: A Complete Guide to Financial Literacy for Kids

Michel Mora·May 16, 2018·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSmart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund and Improve Your Finances

Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund and Improve Your Finances

Michel Mora·Apr 20, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceFollow the Leaders: the Best Twitter Accounts for Improving Your Financial Health

Follow the Leaders: the Best Twitter Accounts for Improving Your Financial Health

Carolyn Depoto·Apr 18, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance6 Ways to Make (Legit) Money While You Sleep

6 Ways to Make (Legit) Money While You Sleep

Michel Mora·Apr 13, 2018·6 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSneaky Bank Overdraft Fees are a $33 Billion Industry

Sneaky Bank Overdraft Fees are a $33 Billion Industry

Steven McKean·Mar 28, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceProtect Your 401(k) From Rising Interest Rates With This Plan

Protect Your 401(k) From Rising Interest Rates With This Plan

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 23, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceDon’t Let Those Bank Fees Sneak up on You

Don’t Let Those Bank Fees Sneak up on You

Steven McKean·Mar 18, 2018·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceMark Cuban Business Success: Powerful Lessons for Entrepreneurs

Mark Cuban Business Success: Powerful Lessons for Entrepreneurs

Brian Keaney·Mar 14, 2018·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceSlow and Steady Wins the Race

Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Michel Mora·Feb 12, 2018·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhy Saving Money Is Important for Your Financial Security and Peace of Mind

Why Saving Money Is Important for Your Financial Security and Peace of Mind

Carolyn Depoto·Jan 12, 2018·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThe Secret to Success: The Best Books to Read in 2018.

The Secret to Success: The Best Books to Read in 2018.

Brian Keaney·Jan 10, 2018·1 min read
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Home Budgeting & Finance5 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2018

5 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2018

Michel Mora·Jan 3, 2018·1 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceOne Great New Year’s Resolution: Cut Credit Card Debt

One Great New Year’s Resolution: Cut Credit Card Debt

Carolyn Depoto·Dec 27, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhat’s the Bitcoin Frenzy All About? Explained Simply

What’s the Bitcoin Frenzy All About? Explained Simply

Steven McKean·Dec 22, 2017·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceRetire at 30? Save $1 Million on a $55,000 Salary? They Did It

Retire at 30? Save $1 Million on a $55,000 Salary? They Did It

Michel Mora·Dec 1, 2017·9 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceNobel-Prize Winning Economists Share 4 Ways to Set Yourself Up for Success

Nobel-Prize Winning Economists Share 4 Ways to Set Yourself Up for Success

Michel Mora·Nov 17, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceRoth IRA Pros and Cons: What You Need to Know Before Investing

Roth IRA Pros and Cons: What You Need to Know Before Investing

Brian Keaney·Nov 10, 2017·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceTraditional IRA, Roth IRA, or 401(k) – Which One Is Better for You?

Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, or 401(k) – Which One Is Better for You?

Steven McKean·Nov 6, 2017·2 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHabits of Rich People That Lead to Financial Freedom and Long-Term Success

Habits of Rich People That Lead to Financial Freedom and Long-Term Success

Brian Keaney·Oct 6, 2017·7 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThe Three Biggest Money Mistakes People Make

The Three Biggest Money Mistakes People Make

Michel Mora·Oct 4, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceThe 7 Habits That Can Transform Your Wealth and Life

The 7 Habits That Can Transform Your Wealth and Life

Steven McKean·Sep 15, 2017·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceLost Bitcoin: The True Story of a Missing Password and the Million-Dollar Consequences

Lost Bitcoin: The True Story of a Missing Password and the Million-Dollar Consequences

Michel Mora·Sep 6, 2017·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceStop Counting Other People’s Money

Stop Counting Other People’s Money

Brian Keaney·Aug 25, 2017·5 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceAre You Afraid to Look at Your Finances?

Are You Afraid to Look at Your Finances?

Steven McKean·Jul 14, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceWhy a High Yield Savings Account and Multiple Bank Accounts Can Strengthen Your Financial Strategy

Why a High Yield Savings Account and Multiple Bank Accounts Can Strengthen Your Financial Strategy

Michel Mora·Jun 23, 2017·4 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceHow to Boost Your Credit Score

How to Boost Your Credit Score

Michel Mora·May 24, 2017·3 min read
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Home Budgeting & FinanceA Guide to Who Needs Life Insurance

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