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How to Set Financial Goals

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How to Set Financial Goals in 5 Easy Steps

A recent Forbes article reported that the average American has $65,100 in their savings account, but averages are skewed by outliers. A better representation of how much money Americans have in their savings account is the midpoint value, also known as the median. The median savings amount for American households is only $5,300. Setting financial goals... Read More

| September 12, 2023

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6 Tips for Lowering the Cost of Your Teen’s Car Insurance

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6 Tips to Lower the Cost of Your Teen’s Car Insurance
In the vast majority of American households, there are two words ... Read More

October 23, 2014

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How Our Holiday #SpendingFreeze Is Going: Week 2
Inspired by a recent article, several Credit.com staffers are tra... Read More

October 21, 2014

How to Plan for Retirement When Your Spouse Will Not

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How to Plan for Retirement When Your Spouse Won’t
There are few things more frustrating than having a partner who w... Read More

October 21, 2014

8 Secrets to Making a Budget You Can Actually Live With

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8 Secrets to Making a Budget You Can Actually Live With
Some people refer to budgets as a “money diet.” That’s an u... Read More

October 19, 2014

7 Money Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Marriage

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7 Money Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Marriage
Are you wondering whether you and your betrothed will have a love... Read More

October 18, 2014

5 Signs You Can Retire Early

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5 Signs You Can Retire Early
While you’re at work, it can be comforting to dream about the p... Read More

October 17, 2014