Personal Finance
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50 Most Underrated And Affordable Summer Vacation Destinations In North America
Summer is almost upon us and that means that it’s time for that age old ritual: the summer vacation. You all know the usual destinations – the Jersey Shore, Disney, Hawaii, Europe, etc. But rather than doing the same old…
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Should Couples Have A Joint Bank Account? An Expert Says Yes, But There’s A Catch
When it comes to marriage and money, picking the right partner has as big of an impact on your financial future as just about anything else. That doesn’t mean you should marry for money over love, but it means that…
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13 Easy Ways That You Can Save More Money Every Month
We all aspire to reach financial freedom. And there are several key components that can help us get there. As we see it, income, savings, expenses, debt and investments are the 5 pillars to achieving your financial goals. Today, we…
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How Much Income You Need To Be Considered Rich In Every State In America
It’s not how much you make, it’s how much you keep. Unless, of course, you’re talking about this list of how much income you need to make to be considered rich in every state in America. The list below, broken…
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Money Buys Happiness But Only Up To A Certain Income Level (Study)
People love to say “money doesn’t buy happiness.” Those people are either very rich and very happy or they are awful at personal finance and lying to themselves. Turns out, however, that anyone who says “money doesn’t buy happiness” is…
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Your Daily Coffee Habit Could Cost You a Fortune in Retirement, Warns Financial Planner
Imagine the power of converting your daily latte into a substantial retirement nest egg. In the realm of personal finance, small daily decisions can result in enormous long-term effects, especially when it comes to planning for your golden years. Your…
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A Record Number Of Americans Are Paying At Least $1000 A Month In Car Payments
Few things are a bigger drain on your wallet than a car. If you’ve walked around a car dealership lately, you know just how sky-high sticker prices are these days.…
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Study Finds That Americans Are More Afraid Of Running Of Out Money Than Death
You’ve heard it before – the only sure things in life are death and taxes. But a new study found a fear that even Ben Franklin probably never considered. It’s…
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How To Use The Simple 50-30-20 Rule To Unlock Your Financial Freedom
Whether you’re using spreadsheets, software, envelopes, mason jars, or an old-school ledger, tracking a budget is a lot of work. To compound the problem, you’re essentially documenting all the fun…
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Maryland Woman Wins $2 Million On A $30 Scratch Off, Credits Lucky Penny For Win
A penny for your thoughts, or perhaps, a penny for a couple million dollars? One woman in Hagerstown, Maryland has brought new life to the old adage, “find a penny,…
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California Man Wins $1 Million On A $10 Scratch-Off During Gas Station Coffee Run
Sometimes you just need a cheap cup of coffee to get through the day. One lucky Southern California man parlayed that hankering for a cheap gas station cup of coffee…
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Here’s How Much Millennials Have Saved For Retirement
Talking about money can be a tough subject to broach with friends. Let’s find out, how much do millennials have saved for retirement?
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Budgeting Expert Says Making This Simple Move With ‘Unexpected Money’ Will Get You Out Of Debt Fast
Paying off debt isn’t as hard as people believe. Budgeting and planning are the keys. Unfortunately, millions of people are terrible at both. Besides getting better at budgeting and planning,…
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Here’s How Much Money Should Be In Your Checking Account Every Month
There’s no better feeling than opening up a banking app every day and admiring a checking account flush with cash. If there’s enough money to cover all the monthly bills…
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What Is ‘Sticky Inflation’ And Why Are Millennials And Gen Zers Being Blamed For It?
Millennials and Gen Z have been blamed for a lot of things – killing traditional industries like retail department stores and traditional cable, ruining the housing market, abandoning the traditional…
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Certified Financial Planner Explains The 5 Big Myths About Setting Financial Goals
Financial planning often feels like navigating through a dense, uncharted jungle. Many individuals, armed only with a compass of myths and misconceptions, find themselves lost amid the thickets of investments,…
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This Is The Average Net Worth Of People Your Age, According To The Latest Data
Society should embrace keeping up with the Joneses, but from a net worth standpoint instead of just trying to own a meaningless material possessions. After all, that new set of…
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These 10 States Are The Most Vulnerable To Online Identity Theft – Are You At Risk?
Identity theft is a money issue that just didn’t exist 50 years ago and the holiday season always sees an upswing in online shopping. Unfortunately, all of the online shopping…
