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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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4 Simple Things to Do Every Year to Save Money

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4 Simple Things to Do Every Year to Save Money
For many people, managing their finances feels like an overwhelmi... Read More

November 8, 2013

holiday spending

Personal Finance
Do You Lie to Your Spouse About Holiday Spending?
If you have been less than forthright with your significant other... Read More

November 6, 2013

birthday freebies

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25 Birthday Freebies That Are Worth It
Growing up, I thought my birthday was cursed. Something always se... Read More

November 3, 2013

mobile banking

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The Future of Mobile Banking: Starbucks or Google?
Spanish bank Banco Sabadell announced last month that it was the ... Read More

November 3, 2013

cosign a lease

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Should I Co-Sign My College Freshman’s Lease?
This week’s question concerns something we know we shouldn’t ... Read More

November 2, 2013

Most Americans Wait Until the Last Minute for Holiday Shopping

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Most Americans Wait Until the Last Minute for Holiday Shopping
Retailers start pushing holiday shopping early, but for the most ... Read More

November 1, 2013