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How to Build an Emergency Fund
With planned savings, frugal ideas, and by earning extra money, save money in an emergency fund to provide security in difficult economic times.
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Debt Elimination
Right now with the cost of gas, food and other commodities rising, Americans are looking for ways to make up the difference. Take a deep breath and trim your budget.
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Five Tips to Keep More of Your Money
Consumers can keep more money in their pockets to improve their financial situation or to make sure they are only spending money on purchases they actually want or need.
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Money Saving Tips for Financial Security
Staying within a budget, building a 6-12 month emergency fund and cutting non-essential recurring expenditures are some ways to ensure to financial security.
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Setting up an Emergency Fund
Why you should save three to six months' salary in case of job loss or illness. How and where to save the money.
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The Top 7 Smartest Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
While death and taxes cannot be avoided, wasting tax refunds can. Making proper use of tax refunds can result in a much stronger financial outlook for the coming year.
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A Cash Cushion Will Help Rebuild Your Finances
Most retirees have seen real losses in their retirement portfolios. A first step in rebuilding their financial lives is to establish a cash cushion as an emergency fund.
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Live Debt-Free and Grow Personal Wealth
10% of Americans have considered filing for personal bankruptcy at some point in their lives. So said a recent survey by FindLaw.com.
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What to Consider Before Prepaying Mortgages?
Prepaying mortgage is a good thing, but building an emergency fund, paying off high-interest debt and contributing to a retirement account are more important.
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Budget to Get Out of Debt and Stay Debt-Freet
Ten percent of Americans have considered filing for personal bankruptcy at some point in their lives. So said a recent survey by FindLaw.com.
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How to Eliminate Financial Worries
Seventy percent of all worries are centered around money. But a budget and a good spending plan can help relieve worry and stress while handling daily expenses.
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How to Lower Your Credit Debt
Credit cards have their uses. Unfortunately, the downside of easy money promotes free spending until many find themselves in a credit trap from which they cannot get of
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New Year's Resolutions
Making New Year's Resolutions doesn't have to be an exercise in futility. Here are some tips for making effective resolutions for your financial future.
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Tips on Saving Money
Finding it tough to save for that rainy day or retirement? Here are four simple ways that anyone can put money away in a savings account or retirement plan.
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Successful Household Budget Management
Annualizing expenses, keeping track of daily spending, having emergency funds, getting rid of expensive credit and planning for extra money can help fix family finances.
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Finance Tips For Beginners
An overview of basic financial and investment strategies
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Finding Financial Peace
Finding financial peace has been made easier with the step-by-step guidance of Dave Ramsey in his book, "Financial Peace." Read about the book and how it can help you.
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Finding Money To Start a Savings Account
A savings account should function as an emergency fund. Creating a financial cushion of accessible money should not be postponed for healthier times.
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Five Ways to Save More Money
Everyone knows the usual financial advice, from paying off credit cards to investing. But this doesn't apply during the current recession.
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Got Bad Credit?
If you've had credit problems in the past but have since cleaned up your act, these cards may be right for you. How to apply for credit cards with not-so-great credit.
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Simple Saving Strategies
It's easy to find yourself living paycheck to paycheck. Following a few simple strategies can help redirect finances in the right direction.
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Unexpected Expenses
Learn four effective strategies for handling those unexpected expenses that threaten to wreck even the best budgets.
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Payday Loans
Cash now loans have become a legimate funding source for too many people. With the highest interest rates in the US, these lenders are bleeding their borrowers dry.
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Career Planning With a Financial Airbag
Being laid off can be emotionally devastating, but it doesn't have to be financially disastrous. Anticipating a job loss can ease the anxiety over getting a new job.
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New Puppy Shopping List: Dog Accessories
A proper dog collar, pet microchip, baby gates, pet insurance and pet first aid kit are all vital must-haves for new pet owners and their puppies.
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More funds for 'War on Terror'
More money is pumped into the war on terror as President Bush signs another bill to increase funds.
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Actor's Fund of Canada
Wouldn't It Be Loverly if actors and other theatre professions always knew the show would go on? The Actor's Fund of Canada helps creative professionals in need.
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Financial Help for Single Parents
Making ends meet as a single parent can be hard, but knowing where to look for financial help makes a big difference.
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Getting Married and Merging Money
Getting married involves some big decisions, including how to manage finances. This article includes tips to manage your money as a couple.
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Preparing for Recession
Think laterally about what really matters in life, and turn the recession into a challenging adventure rather than a threat to your family's happiness.
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What is Term Life Insurance?
Term life insurance is simple and inexpensive, allowing for higher coverage at a low price.
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6 Tips for Getting Out of Debt
Becoming debt free is possible, but it takes courage to work out payments with debtors and the ability to say no to unnecessary expenses.
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Book Review: The Total Money Makeover
With a net worth of more than $1 million by the age of 26, Dave Ramsey lost it all. This experience led him on a journey to find the secret to true financial strength.
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Budgeting Basics for Beginners
Through boom or bust, learning to budget is just as important today to keep the family finances stable as it was in the old days before credit cards. Some rules apply.
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Building Credit History Myth
If you think the only way to get credit is to use credit, change your thinking fast. Find out the best things you can do now to ensure you qualify for a mortgage loan.
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Early Payoff of a Mortgage: Good or Bad Idea?
Whether the early payoff of a mortgage on a home is a smart financial move depends on the homeowner's preparation, personal circumstances, and goals.
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Free Sample Monthly Budget Template
Download a free sample monthly budget template, an example income & expense worksheet to track household expenditures. It's a simple Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
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How to Earn Multiple Side Incomes
Depending on a monthly salary can be frustrating. With rising living standards, making it to the end of the month can be difficult. Learn to make money outside your job.
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How to Get Out of Debt – Stay Debt-Free
10% of Americans have considered filing for personal bankruptcy at some point in their lives. So said a recent survey by FindLaw.com.
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How to Get the Best Interest Rates For Savings
During the current economic climate, getting good interest rates on savings may appear impossible. But with a little research it can be done.
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How to Keep the Motivation to Save
You can do it! You can pay off your debt; build a great retirement; and live out your golden years with a high quality of life... the one you dream about. Some tips:
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How to Prepay Mortgages Early
This article discusses three different strategies for prepaying the mortgage early- biweekly payments, an extra monthly payment and an extra yearly payment.
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Keep Debt from Destroying Your Marriage
Many experts agree that money issues are the main reason for divorce and marital conflict. Recent news of domestic violence indicate a common thread of money problems.
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Preparing for Economic Hardship
Some ideas for those worried about their economic futures.
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Recession-Proof Your Spending
The housing market, gas prices and high consumer debt may signal a recession. How to handle your spending and which buying decisions to make.
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Review Your Finances This Spring
Spring clean your finances annually by using bank tools, account statements, and a free credit report. Look for wasted spending and improve your budget.
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Tips to Avoid Debt
Debt avoidance strategies can help to prevent years of financial misery. Don't spend tomorrow's money today- use these helpful tips to avoid debt.
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Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF on Halloween
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has been helping the world's children for almost 60 years. Children gather candy as usual, but also collect coins to benefit UNICEF.
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Best Deals and Freebies
Sometimes walking away from a good deal can lead to an even better one--and it's free!
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Financial Gurus Who Cashed in by Self-Publishing
Robert Kiyosaki and Dave Ramsey have polarizing viewpoints for the road to wealth, but they took the same path to literary fame.
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