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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

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6 Great Money Tips From 6 Great Dads
Growing up, I’d roll my eyes when my dad would remind me to tur... Read More

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What Really Happens If I Bounce a Check?
Most people know they shouldn’t bounce checks: It can be em... Read More

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Why College Is Key to the American Dream
In Epic of America, James Truslow Adams referred to the American ... Read More

June 12, 2014

How Much Should You Spend Without Telling Your Spouse?
Men and women have very different opinions on money in marriage. ... Read More

June 11, 2014

How to Find the Money Help You Need
Handling financial struggles on your own can be a large burden. S... Read More

June 11, 2014

Should Data Breaches Scare You Away From Online Shopping?
After the recent data breaches of high-profile companies, it seem... Read More

June 10, 2014