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6 Student Loan Tips for New Graduates
Student loan repayment information can be overwhelming or confusing to new graduates. The time to get everything in order is before your first payment comes due.
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10 Tips to Budget for the Holidays
Americans’ average holiday spending in 2016 was $795.97 per person, with about $590 being spent on gifts for family, friends and co-workers, according to the National Retail Federation.
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Budget Your Thanksgiving Meal
When we think about Thanksgiving one of the first things that comes to mind is food (turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes, etc.). Here are some tips to save some money on your meal this holiday.
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CARES Act: Accessing Your Retirement Account Funds
Did you know that the CARES Act provides a provision that allows you to withdraw up to $100,000 from a retirement account (IRA, 401(k), 403(b) and other defined contribution plans) and you won’t have to pay the 10% penalty, even if you are not 59½ years old yet?
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Don't Let Last-minute Holiday Spending Blow Your Budget
Last-minute purchases, such as gifts for those you forgot to add to your shopping list or stocking stuffers, can bust any carefully constructed budget. Or maybe you forgot to add gift wrap, holiday cards and other supplies to your budget this year.
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Don't Let Your Halloween Spending Terrify You This Year!
Did you know Halloween is one of the highest grossing holidays in the United States?
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Entertaining Your Child on a Budget This Summer
School is out for the summer. That means you may hear your children saying, “I’m bored” and “There’s nothing to do.”
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Getting Your Finances in Order: How to Make a Household Financial Binder
Organizing your finances and making a plan on where your money goes and should go is important. A household financial binder is one way you can do this.
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Have You Checked Your Credit Report Lately?
Did you know you can get a copy of your credit report every year from each of the credit reporting agencies?
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Paying Off Your Debt
Debt can become a big issue for individuals and families. Creating a debt-reduction plan is a great way to write out your goals and allow you to see how much you spend and where you spend it.
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