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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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Financial News Roundup: No More Free Checking, Retirees & 401K
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February 21, 2011

Financial News Roundup: Private University Slashes Tuition, New Sanctions for Mortgage Servicers
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February 18, 2011

Financial News Roundup: Banks Want Bigger Down Payments, Job Discrimination Against Unemployed
Today’s top news headlines feature a push from banks to receive... Read More

February 17, 2011

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February 16, 2011

Financial News Roundup: Experian Includes Rent Payments, Ruling Changes Foreclosure Regulations
Today’s top news headlines feature new unemployment data and a ... Read More

February 16, 2011

Financial News Roundup: Banks Unveil New Incentives, Home Insurance To Rise
Today’s top news headlines feature budget cuts in retiree healt... Read More

February 15, 2011