There is no doubt that the new year brings with it a sense of renewal, hope for a better life that spurs us toward New Year’s resolutions and annual tasks.
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Protecting Your Finances During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Reminders to wash our hands, to keep social distance, and to avoid sneezing and coughing in public have become an almost daily occurrence in the media. But physical health is not our only concern in the face of stock market plunges, rising unemployment, and forced business closures.
Old School Personal Finance Habits That Still Work
Among the flurry of “new year, new me” sentiments, there’s one thing that often gets overlooked: the value of tried and true. There’s a lot of outdated advice in the world of personal finance — things your grandparents believed that maybe don’t apply so much anymore. However, there are a number of old-school personal finance habits that still test true.
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7 Financial Mistakes 20-Somethings Make
Building financial stability in your 20s is a vital step toward becoming financially independent. Unfortunately, many younger people struggle with managing their finances, which leads to high amounts of debt, little savings, and no plan for success.
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5 Finance Lessons from the Football Field
One sport that has plenty of analogies for personal finance is football. You might wonder what football and finance have in common, but there is plenty of overlap between the two. By keeping these ideas in mind, you’ll be more likely to succeed financially.
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How to Become a More Mindful Spender
If you have a habit of wondering where your money went shortly after you’ve been paid, you may be falling victim to destructive spending habits. The good news is that there are ways to become a more mindful spender.
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Hidden fees that follow you through life
From the time we are expected to stand on our own two feet, we are hit with the hidden costs of living. Whether we are talking about the extra costs associated with attending college or the extra costs associated with simply putting a roof over your head, these payments can add up.
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10 Smart Ways to Spend $100
Have you suddenly found or been gifted an unexpected $100 bill? If so, this bit of good fortune allows you to do something beautiful for yourself or others.
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Economical Chronicles: 5 Tips for Frugal Living
Whether you’re a young college student just getting started with adult life, someone in their 30s or 40s raising a family, or even in your middle age or beyond, there are always benefits to living frugally.
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4 Bad (Yet Common) Pieces of Financial Advice
Taking initiative over your finances can sometimes be a confusing endeavor. After all, it seems like everyone has their own twist on personal financial advice.
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