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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 Smart Ways to Use Your Bonus
If you get a little something extra in your paycheck, whether itâ... Read More

January 16, 2015

How to Bounce Back from the Holiday Hangover

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How to Bounce Back From the Holiday Debt Hangover
The holidays have come and gone but many of us were left with mor... Read More

January 9, 2015

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5 Signs You’re on Top of Your Finances
Are you in control of your money? Oftentimes, getting your financ... Read More

January 8, 2015

7 Reasons to Pretend You Make Less Money

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7 Reasons to Pretend You Make Less Money
We all know you can get in financial trouble by pretending to hav... Read More

January 8, 2015

inherit money

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5 Things Not to Do If You Inherit Money
Getting an inheritance can be a financial opportunity but if youâ... Read More

January 7, 2015

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How Thinking Like a Poker Player Can Help You Get a Raise
Not everyone has a taste for poker, and people choose to not play... Read More

January 6, 2015