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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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5 Ways to Avoid Bad Credit after a Break-Up

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5 Ways to Avoid Bad Credit After a Breakup
Forget the “till death do us part” mantra — cohabitatio... Read More

February 20, 2014

renting a home with bad credit

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5 Tips for Renting a Home With Bad Credit
If you’ve recently found yourself in search of a new place to l... Read More

February 15, 2014

talk about money before marriage

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A Valentine’s Day Warning: 45% of Divorcees Didn’t Talk About Money Before Marriage
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, here’s some advice ... Read More

February 14, 2014

cheap date ideas

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How to Be a Cheap First Date
Many people have the misconception that you need money for romanc... Read More

February 11, 2014

How Coming Clean About Debt Can Make You Closer

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How a Debt Confession Can Make Your Marriage Stronger
Secrets and surprises get romanticized this time of year — ... Read More

February 10, 2014

valentines day gift

Personal Finance
Valentine’s Day: Splurge on Gifts or Save Your Cash?
Expectations are high this Valentine’s Day. Americans who e... Read More

February 10, 2014