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Cal’s Childhood Taught Him That Having “Things” Meant Nothing

April 18, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

And it motivated him to save his money and gain financial independence.

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It Pays to Be Prepared for Home Repairs

April 17, 2018 | Deb Hipp

Last-minute shopping for appliances and installation can cost you in more ways than one.

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This Week Around The Web

April 17, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Disturbing stats, a shopping addiction, a frugal community and a spending freeze.

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The Best States to Live Out Your Retirement

April 16, 2018 | Joe Pye

These states tax retirement income the least.

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You’ll Never Guess How Many Americans Know Budgeting Is Important

April 16, 2018 | Howard Dvorkin, CPA

And you’ll never guess how many are doing it wrong.

A health savings account can give you tax advantages without hurting medical care

The Perks of a High-Deductible Health Plan

April 11, 2018 | Joe Pye

Unless you have a chronic illness, kids, or are expecting.

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Don’t Let Debt Keep You Chained to a Job You Hate

April 10, 2018 | Deb Hipp

You don’t have to suffer for years at that soul-killing job just because you’re paying down debt.

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This Week Around The Web

April 10, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Upgrade credit, a simple trick, money with pets, your paycheck and more.

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How Much Does Healthcare Cost? More Than Americans Can Afford

April 9, 2018 | Joe Pye

We risk our health and pay more in the long run, says a report.

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How Much Will A Nursing Home Cost You? Double What You Think

April 6, 2018 | Joe Pye

Americans grossly underestimate how much money they’ll need in their old age

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The “Pay Gap” Has Nothing On This Gap

April 6, 2018 | Joe Pye

Ever Hear Of The “Investment Gap”? It Might Be Worse.

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Senior Citizens Admit Millennials Have It Hard Financially

April 4, 2018 | Joe Pye

From student debt all the way to depleting Social Security, senior citizens feel for millennials.

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10 Tips for How to Sell Out at Your Garage Sale

April 3, 2018 | Deb Hipp

The last thing you want after your big sale is to drag half of all that stuff back inside.

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This Week Around the Web

April 3, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Build credit, no credit history, reverse lifestyle creep, money and confidence and more.

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Americans Plan to Use Their Tax Refunds Wisely

March 28, 2018 | Joe Pye

More Americans are going to save their tax refunds this year than they have in over a decade.

Woman is worried about the possibility of declaring bankruptcy a second time

Can I Declare Bankruptcy Twice?

March 28, 2018 | Howard Dvorkin, CPA

A reader has gone through bankruptcy, debt settlement, and payday loans. Yet she’s still mired in debt.

Around the web

This Week Around the Web

March 27, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Enemy of good, grit, the process, fine print and financial STDs.

Man struggling to do his taxes

Tax Filing Just Got a Little More Complicated

March 23, 2018 | Joe Pye

Filing our taxes was difficult enough, now we have to figure out the new law.

Around the web

This Week Around The Web

March 20, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Falling off the wagon, credit habits, frugal and cheap and cleaning.

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Look Who’s Talking Retirement — Millennials

March 19, 2018 | Joe Pye

Millennial couples talk about how they plan to retire more than couples twice their age.

Impulse Buying

You Won’t Believe How Much “Impulse Buying” Really Costs You

March 19, 2018 | Howard Dvorkin, CPA

Seriously, you won’t believe it. This is NOT a click-bait headline.

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Millennials: Stay Off Social Media, You’ll Save Money

March 16, 2018 | Joe Pye

Seeing what all their friends post drives millennials to spend carelessly.

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What Is Tax Fraud? And Should I Be Worried About It?

March 14, 2018 | Howard Dvorkin, CPA

A reader is suspicious of her husband’s “no problem” attitude.

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Wedding Costs Are Down And Traditions Are Out

March 13, 2018 | Michelle Bryan

We all want our big day to be unique — even if it’ll cost us as much as a luxury car.

Around the web

This Week Around The Web

March 13, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Repair costs, retirement savings, lying to yourself, control debt and more.

Reduce Food Waste And Cut Your Grocery Bill

6 Tips To Reduce Food Waste And Cut Your Grocery Bill

March 12, 2018 | Deb Hipp

Here’s how to stop throwing money down the garbage disposal.

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Millennials Really Do Save Better Than Older Generations

March 9, 2018 | Joe Pye

Despite misconceptions that they’re wasteful with their money.

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How Kelan and Brittany Formed The Savvy Couple

March 7, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

It wasn’t always easy, but their sacrifices paid off.

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Multiple Pets: Can You Afford it? What You Need To Know

March 6, 2018 | Deb Hipp

Adding another dog or cat to the family costs more than just a bigger bag of food.

Around the web

This Week Around The Web

March 6, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Moving back home, rebuilding credit, owning a pet, spending your tax refund and more.

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The Most Millennial-Friendly Cities For Aspiring Homeowners

March 5, 2018 | Joe Pye

This roundup shows where young workers have the best chances to buy a home.

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Tax Refunds Are Good For Your Health

March 2, 2018 | Joe Pye

Health care costs are so expensive Americans put off seeing a doctor until they receive their tax refunds.

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How I Totaled My New Car Cravings In One Day

February 27, 2018 | Deb Hipp

When the new car bug bites, it pays to take a drive down reality lane.

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This Week Around The Web

February 27, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

Calculating savings, credit card mistakes, sub-saving accounts, common mistakes and more.

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Buying A New Car? Avoid These Evil And Awful Fees

February 26, 2018 | Howard Dvorkin, CPA

Fortunately, you can negotiate most of them if you follow this advice.

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I Thought Buying a Used Car Would Save Money

February 23, 2018 | Joe Pye

Purchasing one with cash, yes. But financing one can get a little more complicated.

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Spending Too Much? It’s Not Me, It’s You

February 23, 2018 | Joe Pye

People in relationships are twice as likely to blame spending on their partners than themselves.

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Do Couples That Save Together Stay Together?

February 21, 2018 | Joe Pye

Some people in long-term relationships are nervous having a joint bank account, but avoid talking about it.

Grant from millennial money.

Searching For a Book Changed Grant’s Life

February 21, 2018 | Brian Bienkowski

He went from being unemployed to a millionaire in five years.

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Impulse Buying: Your Worst Debt Enemy

February 20, 2018 | Deb Hipp

If you’re serious about staying out of debt, step away from the chocolate-covered walnuts.

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