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Use Apps to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolution.
For many people who make New Year’s resolutions each year, the New Year seems like an excellent time to push the reset button. But, according to the U.S. News (add icon), approximately…
Keep Holiday Spending Under Control.
The holidays are here! That means delicious meals, parties, and fun with loved ones. It can also mean spending a lot of money—too much if you’re not careful.
Make the most of Giving Tuesday.
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, why not kick off your end-of-year giving by participating in Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving back, powered by social media.…
Host Thanksgiving on a Budget.
It’s that time of year again, and you’ve decided to host Thanksgiving at your place. You can make the day a success without overspending—or overstressing—by planning carefully and enlisting…
Financial Planning Tips For Everyone.
Some people hear the words “financial planning” and think it sounds like a difficult, time-consuming task best left to experts.
College Saving Tips for Every Budget.
As the cost of a college education continues to rise, saving as much as possible has become a necessity.
Rent or Buy—Which Is Right for You?
The decision to rent or buy is a highly personal one, and often must be made by weighing both objective and subjective factors. What makes sense for one person's financial situation…
Give Your Finances a Mid-Year Checkup.
If you made some financial New Year's resolutions in January, June is the perfect time to review your progress. Start by dusting off your list of resolutions. Have you abandoned…
How to Budget for a Vacation.
Now that summer is here, the fun and relaxing vacations many of you have been longing for will finally happen.
What's the most important part of a vacation? The budgeting…