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How To Do A 401(k) Loan: Pros And Cons Of Borrowing From A Retirement Plan

The 401(k) often has an option where you can take out a loan and pay yourself interest. There are risks to be aware of, however, when taking out a 40[...] read more »
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How I Ended Up With A $5000 Dollar Tax Bill This Year

I just started entering my income, deductions and other information in preparation for filing taxes. Unexpectedly I realized that I will owe almost $[...] read more »
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Lending Club Returns Continue Upward Trend At 11.44%. Lending Club Passes 500 Million In Loan Originations

Lending club announced that they had passed 500 million in loan originations since their inception. My returns also continued to go up, increasing to[...] read more »
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Why You May Want to Get a Life Insurance Policy Even If You Don’t Have Kids

There are reasons you may want to consider a life insurance policy even if you don't have kids. Here are a few of them. read more »
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Obama Offers Up New Mortgage Relief And Refinance Plan

President Obama announced this week that he would be seeking passage of a new updated mortgage relief plan aimed at helping underwater homeowners . read more »
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Cutting The Cord And Getting Your TV On The Cheap (Without Using The Big Bad Cable And Satellite Companies)

Cable and satellite TV bills continue to rise. It's time to cut the cord, and find free or cheap video content options. Here's how we do it. read more »
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How To File Your Federal Taxes For Free Using The Free E-File Programs

Filing your taxes doesn't have to be expensive. There are several places that will allow you to do it for free if you meet certain guidelines. read more »
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The 401(k) Maximum Contribution Went Up This Year. Did You Bump Up Your Contributions?

The 401(k) account contribution limits went up this year. Have you increased your contribution amount to take advantage of the extra amount? read more »
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401(k) Rollover To IRA: What To Do With Your Retirement Account When Leaving Your Old Job

If you're leaving an old job you might need to think about rolling over a 401(k) plan into a new IRA. Here's how to go about doing that read more »
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Would You Use A Local Currency Instead Of A Federal Reserve Note?

As the economy continues to limp along, an increasing number of people are skeptical of the currency. But what alternative is there? read more »
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Do You Save Your Pocket Change? For One Indiana Man It Adds Up To A New Car Every 10-15 Years.

Do you save enough of your pocket change to be able to buy a car? One Indiana man did, twice! What if he had invested the money as well? read more »
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8 Important Bible Verses About Money For Christians

There are hundreds of bible verses about money. In this post I explore 8 key financial scriptures that I think every Christian should know. read more »
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Home Workout Programs Can Be A Cost Effective Alternative To A Gym Membership

Working out at home can be a cost effective way to cut costs on your gym membership, even if there is a higher initial cost. Here's a look at what [...] read more »
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Find A Better Bank: How To Choose!

It can be important to examine why you're switching banks. Here are some great questions to ask yourself before you choose your next account. read more »
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Will A Short Sale Hurt Your Credit, And Will You Even Qualify For One?

A lot of people are finding themselves underwater in their homes and are considering a short sale to unload their home. But should they? read more »
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