How to Make Better Financial Decisions
A key financial decision people struggle to make is how to allocate savings for multiple financial goals. Do you save for several goals at the same time or fund them …
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Biggest Monthly Expense?
Every household has different needs, but there are a few big categories that most families have to budget for, like food, housing, utilities, and transportation. Which category ends up as …
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How to Minimize Financial Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season is supposed to be merry and bright, but due to the high cost of the holidays and the interpersonal politics of things like gift-giving, shopping, and entertaining, …
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How to Create a Honeymoon Registry
If you’re getting married, the stress of planning a wedding might leave you dreaming of a supremely relaxing honeymoon. However, that romantic getaway can add thousands to your total wedding …
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8 Things You Can Make in an Instant Pot to Save Money
The Instant Pot is truly an amazing kitchen gadget that saves you time when it comes to meal prep. You probably already know that you can make delicious fall-off-the-bone ribs …
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How to Negotiate on Everything for Your Wedding
If you’re getting married, you need to prepare yourself for a hefty price tag for the event. According to a 2017 survey by The Knot, the national average cost of …
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The 7 Most Affordable Destinations for Bird Nerds
On the surface, bird-watching sounds like a cheap activity. All you really need is a pair of good binoculars, right? But if you’re a true bird nerd, you know that …
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6 Smart Things to Do With Your Extra Student Loan Money
When you’re a college student, extra cash is hard to come by. But when an influx of cash is the result of unused student loan money, you’ve got to make …
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16 Small Steps You Can Take Now to Improve Your Finances
You have all kinds of financial goals you want to achieve, but where should you begin? There are so many different aspects of money management that it can be difficult …
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8 Baby Items With the Highest Resale Value
While the cost of baby gear, clothes, and diapers adds up quickly, there is also money to be made with baby items. For all three of my children, I’ve bought …
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