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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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The Case for “Alternative Credit”
Unless they are in trouble, most people don’t wake up in th... Read More

May 21, 2012

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Overdraft Who? Report Shows Confusion Over Bank Fees
Many people don’t understand the fees they’ll be char... Read More

May 12, 2012

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Experts: Mobile Wallets Could Replace Cash, Cards by 2020
Though there are currently a number of concerns that may restrict... Read More

April 24, 2012

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Stop Procrastinating: Last Minute Tax Tips
I have a confession: I have not completed my 2011 tax return. Yes... Read More

April 12, 2012

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Lawmakers Take a Look at Mobile Wallets
Over the last several months, companies in a number of industries... Read More

April 10, 2012

Personal Finance
The Risks of Filling Your Credit Balance to Fill Your Tank
These days, gas prices are spiking significantly, leading many to... Read More

March 30, 2012