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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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3 Money Lessons My Mom Taught Me
As we celebrate Mother’s Day, it’s time to come to terms with... Read More

May 11, 2014

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Planning to Move? Don’t Get Scammed
A lot of people choose to move into a different apartment or hous... Read More

May 9, 2014

Did You Forget to Budget for These Summer Expenses?

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Did You Forget to Budget for These Summer Expenses?
Summertime is supposed to be mostly carefree, and it’s easy... Read More

May 7, 2014

5 Ways Divorce Could Impact Your Social Security

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5 Ways Divorce Could Impact Your Social Security Benefits
If you’re getting divorced or remarried, “for better or f... Read More

May 5, 2014

financial fibs

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3 Financial Fibs You Tell Yourself
Sometimes the same (bad) advice gets repeated so often people ass... Read More

May 5, 2014

get a raise

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How to Talk Your Way Into a Raise
Whether you are accepting a job offer, getting a promotion or try... Read More

May 4, 2014