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Dec. 11, 2019 | By Dana George

Which Type of Money Manager Are You?

Understanding which patterns of behavior are stopping you meeting your financial goals is the first step to breaking free of them.
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Dec. 10, 2019 | By Dana George

A Glimpse Into the Mind of a Super Saver

What one person sees as sacrifice, another views as a path to financial freedom. Super savers value long term security over instant gratification.
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Dec. 9, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

4 Risks of Putting Everything on Autopay

Planning to put all your bills on auto-pay? Watch out for these costly risks.
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Dec. 6, 2019 | By Dana George

A Playbook for Riding Out the Next Recession

We may not know when, but we do know another recession is on its way. Here's how to prepare.
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Nov. 27, 2019 | By Dana George

3 Biggest Financial Challenges Women Face During a Divorce

Divorce is tough on everyone, but some financial issues are particularly challenging for women.
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Nov. 27, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Can You Inherit Debt?

Learn all the laws on inheriting debt, including what happens to a person's debt when they die and whether you're responsible for your spouse's debt.
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Nov. 26, 2019 | By Dana George

5 Stupid Things to Do With Your Money

There are many ways to throw away money. Here are five of the worst.
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Nov. 26, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

I Check My Bank Account Daily -- and Here's Why You Should, Too

Checking your bank account daily can help you avoid debt and build your savings.
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Nov. 25, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

3 Things to Know Before Making a Charitable Contribution This Year

Charitable donations can help you and people in need, but you have to check these three things first.
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Nov. 25, 2019 | By Dana George

The Wrong Way to Save Money

There's a right way to save money and a wrong way. Here are some of the ways you may be sabotaging yourself.
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Nov. 24, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

2 in 3 Americans Throw Away Money on This 1 Thing

Americans lose hundreds of dollars per year on food waste, and it's not great for the environment either.
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Nov. 24, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

The 8 Biggest Benefits of Being Generous

Learn about all the ways that being generous can improve your life, from giving you a more positive outlook to strengthening your relationships.
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Nov. 23, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Have Trouble Managing Money? Try a Weekly Budget

Discover why a weekly budget could help you save more money than the standard monthly system.
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Nov. 23, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

7 Ways to Be Generous Without Spending More

Want to be more generous but don't have much extra cash? Check out the best free ways to give back.
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Nov. 19, 2019 | By Dana George

5 Good Reasons to Downsize Your Space

Downsizing is not just for retirees. Anyone who is looking to simplify their life can benefit.
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Nov. 19, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

4 Fun Money Challenges to Try in 2020

Want to boost your savings in 2020? Make it more enjoyable with one of these fun money challenges.
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Nov. 18, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

What Is the Prime Rate?

Banks use the prime rate to set their own interest rates. Here's how it works.
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Nov. 17, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

5 Ways to Slash Your Holiday Expenses

Love the holidays but hate the cost? Try a few of these tips.
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Nov. 16, 2019 | By Dana George

How the Brain Makes It Tough to Save Money

Almost a third of Americans have no money in savings, and their brains may have something to do with it.
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Nov. 16, 2019 | By Dana George

Prepare for Your Financial Future in 15 Minutes (or Less) a Day

The average American spends less than two minutes a day preparing for their financial future. You can use a few minutes a day to take control of yours.
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Nov. 14, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

7 Reasons Your Budget Isn't Working for You

Avoiding these seven budgeting pitfalls is key to creating a budget that'll actually work for you.
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Nov. 13, 2019 | By Dana George

Why You Should Never Depend on Your Partner for Financial Support

Part of being an adult is being able to look out for yourself. Here's why you should make sure you are financially independent.
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Nov. 13, 2019 | By Dana George

How to Make the Most of the Holidays (Without Becoming the Grinch)

Consumers who took on holiday debt in 2018 ended up owing an average of $1,230. Make sure you're not one of them this year.
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Nov. 13, 2019 | By Dana George

The Cost of Looking Good

Companies tap into our desire to look great, but being our best includes being smart about what we buy into.
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Nov. 11, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

6 Key Differences in How the Best Savers Manage Their Money

See which money-management tactics separate the best savers from the typical consumer.