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The 5 Most Ridiculous Myths About the Rich

Not everything you hear about rich people is based in reality. Check out the most ridiculous myths that people believe about the wealthy.
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July 21, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

4 Financial Conversations Couples Must Have Before Moving in Together

Planning to move in together with your significant other? Make sure you’ve talked over these financial topics first.
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July 20, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

5 Smart Financial Moves After You Have a Baby

Are you a new parent or about to become one? Read on for some must-do money moves.
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July 12, 2019 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Why Your Savings Accounts May Soon Pay Less Interest

Are you worried about how the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates would impact your personal finances? Find out how you could be affected.
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July 11, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Your Step-by-Step Financial Plan for Moving Away From Home

Moving out is a big step in every young adult’s life. Learn what steps you need to take to ensure you’re financially ready to move away from home.
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July 10, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Are You and Your Partner on the Same Page About Money?

Learn how you and your partner can make sure you’re on the same page about all the most important financial topics.
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July 5, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Here Are the 2 Deceptively Simple Keys to Becoming a Millionaire

Reaching a net worth of $1 million is less complicated than you’d think. Find out the only two things you need to become a millionaire.
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July 5, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Should You Combine Finances When You Get Married?

You need to have some important conversations about money after tying the knot. Find out how you and your spouse can decide whether to combine finances.
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June 25, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Here's How a Library Card Can Save You Over $500 Per Year

You can save a lot of money on entertainment with one trip to your local library. Learn about what libraries have to offer and how you can take advantage.
June 25, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

The Best Side Hustle I've Ever Had

Want to know how our personal finance writers have supplemented their income over the years? Read on to find out.
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June 20, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

How to Teach Your Kids the Right Financial Lessons

The lessons you teach your kids will all the difference in how they manage money. Help them grow by teaching them smart financial habits.
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June 17, 2019 | By Eric Volkman

Checking Account vs. Savings Account: Which Should You Pick?

Checking and savings accounts are both incredibly valuable for your money management and budgeting. Find out which makes the most sense for your situation now.
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June 11, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

10 Money Mistakes I See Too Often as a CFP®

We're all guilty of making poor financial choices from time to time. Here is a list of the most common mistakes I see, along with tips to avoid them.
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June 6, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

5 Reasons to Never Write a Check Again

Still writing paper checks? Here's why you should ditch that practice ASAP.
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June 6, 2019 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

2 Times We Should Have Listened to Dad's Money Advice

Does father always know best? Maybe not, but here are three times we should've listened to our dads about our finances -- but didn't.
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May 30, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Can Financial Infidelity Be a Relationship Killer?

See how much trouble financial infidelity can cause in a relationship and learn how to bounce back if you or your partner has lied about money.
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May 28, 2019 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

The Best Money Advice I've Ever Gotten

Want to hear the best money advice received by our financial experts? Read on to find out from three financial writers about the best money advice they ever got.
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May 28, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

Is Google Pay Safe to Use?

With several choices for contactless payments apps, does Google Pay hold its ground when it comes to security and privacy?
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May 28, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

5 Things You Should Never Spend Your Money on If You Want to Be Rich

Becoming wealthy requires more than a high income. You also need to control where that money goes.
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May 24, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

Is Samsung Pay Safe to Use?

Samsung Pay is picking up steam in the contactless payment market, but is it safer than swiping your credit card?
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May 20, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

Do These 5 Things If You Want to Get -- and Stay -- Rich

You don't need an inheritance or a multibillion-dollar idea. Just do these five things.
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May 20, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

How Often Should You Monitor Your Checking Account?

Some say you should monitor your checking account once per month, while others believe you should be checking it every day. Here’s the real answer.
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May 20, 2019 | By Jordan Wathen

How to Budget Like a Millionaire

Millionaires don’t budget to save, they save first and spend on what’s left. Here’s how much you’ll have to save each year to become a millionaire.
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May 20, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Insurance: What You Need, What You Might Need, and What You Don't Need

Trying to figure out which types of insurance you really need? Check out our full list of the must-haves, the maybes, and the ones to avoid.
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May 14, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

4 Money Habits That Are Preventing You From Becoming Rich

So you want to be rich? Start by breaking these bad money habits today.