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Adult Kids Living at Home: Protect Your Finances

The number of adult kids living at home is on the rise. Aside from the challenges of living peacefully with adult children who have some autonomy, this trend ...
On May 9, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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10 Awesome Graduation Gifts That Won’t Break Your Budget

The next two months are filled with events, including graduation ceremonies. If your kids or friends’ kids are graduating from school, now is a good time to start ...
On April 25, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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Be Smart with Your Tax Refund

Getting that tax refund can be fun. It feels kind of like a gift. It can be tempting to take it and go splurge. But, now is the ...
On April 11, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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The Top 6 Money Scams in 2018

Money scams propagate faster than weeds. As soon as the scammer is caught and the authorities are alerted to shut it down, a new one pops up. You ...
On April 4, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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5 Things Worth the Extra Money

We talk a lot on this blog about the importance of budgeting, tracking your money and limiting unnecessary spending. But some things are worth the extra money. At ...
On March 28, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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Spring Cleaning Your Financial Life

After all the cyclone bombs, freezing rain, floods, and blizzards, just about everyone is ready for spring. Spring means a lot of things: taxes, spring cleaning, gardening, and ...
On March 20, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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When and How to Have the Money Talk

The money talk is one of the most important conversations to have yet it is one of the most avoided ones. Hardly anyone likes to talk about money. ...
On March 14, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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6 Tips to Help You Stick to Your Budget

You already know that the only way to launch a successful personal financial management plan is with a budget. The challenge is how to stick to your budget ...
On February 28, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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What Happens When You Get a Debt Consolidation Loan?

Debt is THE trending topic. And for good reason. A new survey conducted by CreditCards.com found that 25% of respondents believe they will never pay off their debt. ...
On February 21, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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How to Join the Gig Economy and Not Get Scammed

Millions of people have found a way out of their paycheck-to-paycheck existence. They have joined the gig economy. Hardly noticeable ten years ago, the side gig has become ...
On February 14, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut

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Taking Out a Personal Loan: Is it the Right Time? November 7, 2019
There are times when taking out a personal loan can be beneficial. And, there are times when it might not be the best idea. It all comes down to one question: are you using the personal loan to invest in yourself? Taking out a personal loan can be one way to reach your long-term financial […]
Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday: Tips to Help you Make the Best of Both October 31, 2019
Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday, which one will help you meet your holiday shopping savings goals? Not very long ago, Black Friday was THE day to shop. But, as we gravitated more and more to online shopping, Cyber Monday became a real contender in the holiday shopping arena. In truth, if you shop smart, you […]
Tips for a Debt-Free Holiday Season October 24, 2019
The holidays are fast approaching. How do you make it a debt-free holiday season? Halloween is next week. Hopefully, you are already using the tips we gave in an earlier blog article for an affordable Halloween celebration. But the bigger holidays are still to come. For many, holiday preparations involve not only shopping but also […]
Apps Can Save You Money October 17, 2019
There are many reasons why you would want to use apps, but the biggest one is that apps can save you money. Usually, when we write about apps here on this blog, we are talking about financial apps that help you write and follow a budget, or automate your bill-paying and savings. But other kinds […]
Save Money on Halloween Spending This Year October 10, 2019
Halloween is one of those celebrations that retailers love! The National Retail Federation (NRF) says that consumers will spend $8.8 billion this year on Halloween, up slightly from 2018. When you are on a tight budget, you need to find ways to save money on Halloween spending. Budget for Halloween As with everything, the first step […]