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5 Personal Finance Mistakes Young Adults Make (and How to Fix Them)
Jul 23rd, 2025
It’s never too soon to start thinking about your financial goals for your future. In fact, young adulthood is the best time to start taking a good look at your financial goals and making a plan for success. For young adults, it is a critical time for building a financial foundation - but it's also...
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Financial Success for Kids: More Than Just Dollars and Cents
Jun 17th, 2025
Introducing your kids to finances, money, and budgets while they are young is the best way to prepare them for a bright financial future as adults. In fact, financial success for kids gives them a strong foundation where they are able to make informed decisions about money to avoid financial...
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5 Easy Ways to Rebuild Your Emergency Fund
Jun 2nd, 2025
If you have had a situation recently where your emergency fund was there to help you get through a temporary financial crisis, you are now probably looking for some smart money moves to help you replenish the important fund.
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Bank Like a Boss: Tips on Picking the Best Checking Account
May 13th, 2025
By now, most thirty-somethings understand the importance of a good checking account with a financial institution you trust. Savvy consumers also know that not all checking accounts are created equally, so doing your homework is crucial for finding the perfect fit for your financial needs. If you...
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Debt Management: Good, Bad, and Smart Financial Moves
Jan 31st, 2025
From mortgages and car payments to credit cards and student loans; having some debt is normal. The important thing is that you exercise excellent debt management skills to ensure your financial moves are smart ones.
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How Can I Raise My Credit Score in 30 Days? – Checklist of 12 Easy Steps
Jan 8th, 2025
When it comes to buying power, your credit score is one of the most important things to consider. Building credit and maintaining a good credit score is crucial for success whether you want to buy a home, finance a vehicle, and even get better rates on auto insurance.
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What to Look for When Buying a House in a Hot Market
Jun 19th, 2024
The surging real estate market shows no signs of slowing down and that creates opportunities and challenges for people buying a house.
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7 Expert Tips for Staying Safe Online & Avoiding Financial Scams
Mar 27th, 2024
As hackers continue to expand their digital bag of tricks, avoiding financial scams and identity theft has become mission critical.
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You Need a Budget – Here’s 11 Ways Our Experts Will Help
Mar 13th, 2024
Making a budget isn’t difficult; in fact, 80% of Americans say they have one. The problem comes when people try to stay on a budget. Approximately 80% of those who made a budget did not follow it, resulting in an average of $7,400 in overspending per year. So, how do people who need a budget stay...
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How to Get Approved for a Home Loan [10 Item Checklist]
Feb 28th, 2024
If you want to know how to get approved for a home loan, you’ve come to the right place. Nearly 48 percent of Americans doubt that they could qualify for mortgages. Nonetheless, lenders approve about seven out of 10 people who apply. Follow these steps if you’d like to join them:1. Save up some...
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