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Why is Direct Deposit for Your Salary Important?

Feb 24
3 min

Why is Direct Deposit for Your Salary Important?

Enrolling in direct deposit can be as easy as one, two, three. Find out if your employer has an online system that allows you to update it.

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What Does a Financial Coach Do?

Jan 29
3 min

What Does a Financial Coach Do?

Financial coaching helps you to: Develop an action plan; Change your financial behaviors; Improve your financial situation; Reduce anxiety.

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14 Tips for Spending Your Salary Wisely

Jan 14
6 min

14 Tips for Spending Your Salary Wisely

Managing your money wisely can come in all forms. It can include how setting aside money for investments, debt, savings, or large purchases.

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12 Best Financial Education Books for Beginners

Jan 3
5 min

12 Best Financial Education Books for Beginners

To help you solve your financial problems, we asked financial coaches and business leaders for their best recommendations for personal finan

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14 Fun and Creative Ways to Save Money

Oct 14, 2022
6 min

14 Fun and Creative Ways to Save Money

How do you save money without it being boring? Here are a few ways to save money and keep your motivation to do so. From getting freebies to

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How To Budget For Groceries

Oct 10, 2022
3 min

How To Budget For Groceries

Food budgets can change monthly and depend on the size of a household and its consumption rate. Here are a couple of ways to keep food costs

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VA Disability and Military Retirement COLA Increases for 2023. What You Need to Know?

Oct 2, 2022
2 min

VA Disability and Military Retirement COLA Increases for 2023. What You Need to Know?

In 2023 COLA increases for disabled military veterans and retirees are expected to increase by 8.7%, the largest increase in 40 years!

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12 Tips to Keep a Strong Investment Portfolio to Fight the Recession

Sep 14, 2022
7 min

12 Tips to Keep a Strong Investment Portfolio to Fight the Recession

It may be necessary to get ready for a recession. The ten approaches investors may take to help prepare their portfolios for the future are:

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What do You do when You get a Raise at Work?

Jun 1, 2022
2 min

What do You do when You get a Raise at Work?

All of my bills were paid, and my mortgage was paid off, so I thought about how I could treat myself with the pay increase I had just receiv

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Easy Tips To Save Money: 27 Creative Ways To Save

May 21, 2022
5 min

Easy Tips To Save Money: 27 Creative Ways To Save

27 Creative Ways To Save on clothing, food, fixed expenses, for your goals, retirement, and fun activities. Join AARP before age 50 and save

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How Women can Control their Family's Finances

Mar 4, 2022
3 min

How Women can Control their Family's Finances

Women can manage the family finances and take control of their financial future. Change the role in your relationship and stay informed abou

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Gift Box Ideas for Your Family, Friends, and Coworkers

Feb 27, 2022
2 min

Gift Box Ideas for Your Family, Friends, and Coworkers

Is your mom's birthday coming up? Whether it's for your family, friends, or coworkers try creating a birthday gift on your own. It can be ch

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How To Save for A Vacation on a Budget

Jan 8, 2022
3 min

How To Save for A Vacation on a Budget

Have you been wondering how you could save for an extended vacation? Here are a few tips: Plan in advance; pay later or on layaway; plan for

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The 5 Best Personal Financial Education Books

Nov 21, 2021
3 min

The 5 Best Personal Financial Education Books

These are five of the best personal finance books researched by me and perfect for you. 1. Sexy Money 2. You Need a Budget 3. Think and Grow

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5 Games That Teach Your Kids About Money

Sep 14, 2021
3 min

5 Games That Teach Your Kids About Money

Teaching your children about money can be fun. Incorporate game time into money conversations lessons to stick. Have fun, listen, and learn

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Financial Infidelity and How to Avoid It

Jul 24, 2021
1 min

Financial Infidelity and How to Avoid It

Financial infidelity can ruin relationships. It's time to talk to your spouse about money, debt, and budgeting. Financial security is in sig

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Top 3 Valuable Financial Education Books

May 9, 2021
3 min

Top 3 Valuable Financial Education Books

Rich Bitch and Rich Dad Poor Dad are two books that can change your financial outlook on life. Find ways to increase your financial wellness

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4 Strategies To Save Money On Groceries

Apr 17, 2021
4 min

4 Strategies To Save Money On Groceries

Groceries are expensive, but eating out is even more expensive. Planning, sharing shopping with your family, and growing your own food is be

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