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How to Improve Your Credit & Buy a House

Real estate is on sale but it may be tough to get approved for a home loan with bad credit. It doesn’t mean that you absolutely won’t be able to buy [...] read more »
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Paying Down Credit Card Debt: High Interest First

If you want to pay off your credit debt in order to save the larger amount of money, start with the highest interest rate. read more »
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One Million Dollars: How Much Will It Buy In Thirty Years?

One million dollars may seem like a lot, but how much will it really buy in 30 years when you retire? read more »
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Real Emergencies for an Emergency Fund

Identify times where you should have an emergency fund and how much you should have saved. Here are 5 instances where you should have money saved up. read more »
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Best Credit Cards for people with Excellent Credit

You've worked hard on your credit score. Now reap the advantages with a credit card that offers you better benefits,offers, and rates. See some cr[...] read more »
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Balance Your Savings and Investments While Raising a Family

So how do you balance your savings and investments plan with the everyday costs of raising a family? read more »
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Use Dividend Funds to Build Your Portfolio

You can find index funds and ETFs comprised of dividend stocks, providing you with a way to build your portfolio while enjoying income in the form of[...] read more »
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** How to Set Up a Joint Bank Account

One of the financial questions you have to answer when you are part of a couple is this: Should we open a joint bank account? If you decide to open [...] read more »
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Are You Ready to Buy a Home?

Many think that now is a great time to buy a home. But before you purchase a home, it is a good idea to make sure you are really ready to buy a home.[...] read more »
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Withdrawing From Your Retirement Account: Loans And Hardship

At some point, you might end up in a situation where you feel like you need to withdraw money from your retirement account. Is it a good idea? read more »
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Osama bin Laden's Death Boosts Stocks

U.S. stocks are getting a boost following the death of Osama bin Laden. However, other issues -- more related to the economy and to finance -- may ar[...] read more »
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5 Overused Negotiation Strategies

5 negotiation strategies that are overused by consumers and some fresh alternatives. read more »
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Did you learn anything during Financial Literacy Month?

In the US, the goal of Financial Literacy month is to heightened awareness about personal finance. Awareness, alone, is not enough. read more »
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Bartering: Barter Your Services and Save a Fortune

Bartering may sound silly, but trading your services or excess goods for items and other services is a great way to save money. read more »
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How to Figure Out How Much Life Insurance You Need

Life insurance is a daunting topic. See how to get started by figuring out how much life insurance you need. read more »
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