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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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Three Money Miracles

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3 Real-Life Money Miracles
Most of us have experienced a cash crunch at one time or another,... Read More

December 21, 2013

5 Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Ideas to Save Your Budget

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5 Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Ideas to Save Your Budget
Christmas is less than a week away. If you’re one of those peop... Read More

December 20, 2013

start your taxes now

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3 Reasons to Start Your Taxes Now
I am normally a tax procrastinator. I get them done, but not with... Read More

December 20, 2013

5 Things to Do With Your Money Before 2014

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6 Things to Do With Your Money Before 2014
As we approach the end of 2013, there are several steps you can t... Read More

December 19, 2013

The Santa Outlook: Average American Plans to Spend $500 on Gifts

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The Santa Outlook: Average American Plans to Spend $500 on Gifts
How much do you plan to spend on gifts this holiday season? If yo... Read More

December 19, 2013

emergency cash

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Debt Is Driving People to Shop With Cash
The majority of Americans (56.4%) used cash for some of their hol... Read More

December 18, 2013