For most twenty-somethings, saving for retirement is typically far far down their priority list. After all, it's tough to get motivated preparing for an event that won't arrive for 30 or 40 years.
Heck, I know thirty-somethings and even a few ...
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How Do I Choose the Best Rewards Points Credit Card?
There is no magic to selecting the best rewards points credit card. In fact, it basically comes down to just a few basic steps:
Identify your most important perk
For example, if you're not interested in traveling, then consider a cash dividends ...
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Why Investing Your Bonus Is a Smart Move
Economic and political uncertainty dominate the global news headlines this year and uncertainty looks set to continue into next year. With that in mind, if you're fortunate enough to receive a bonus, the question becomes: should you save it, spend ...
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The 9 Biggest Rules for Dating on a Budget
For most people, dating is fun. However, dating isn't cheap, and depending on what you two like to do, it can take a sizable toll on your finances.
Back in the day, taking your date to a fancy restaurant and an extravagant activity meant you ...
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Black Coffee: Everyone Out of the Pool!
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
Welcome to another rousing edition of Black Coffee, your off-beat weekly round-up of what's been going on in the world of money and personal finance.
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 77
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
It’s been an honor to play for many weddings and funerals and to accompany solo singers and to play for one-of-a-kind special ...
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How to Find the Best Pest Control Company
Like it or not, pests in the home are a fact of life. And the truth is, most people will end up having to call a professional pest control service -- no matter whether it's to get rid of a serious bug problem in the kitchen, rats in the attic, or ...
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What is the ‘Pink Tax’?
Ladies: Watch out for the Pink Tax. What is the pink tax? You probably won't see any news about it in the papers, as it's nothing Congress has passed or proposed. If you're a woman, though, chances are you've experienced it or maybe even noticed it ...
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Important Things to Know About Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy is a major decision, but it is also a structured legal tool designed to help people and businesses get a financial reset. There are many important things to know about bankruptcy. Understanding how it works, what it can and ...
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Dirty Harry Teaches Us a Lesson on Opportunity Cost
I was in heaven last week. That's because one of my favorite movie channels ran all five Dirty Harry movies in succession.
In Dirty Harry, during that famous bank robbery scene where Inspector Harry Callahan ends up spouting off his "Do ya feel ...
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Black Coffee: Something’s Simmering
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
Welcome to another rousing edition of Black Coffee, your off-beat weekly round-up of what's been going on in the world of money and personal finance.
I've got another busy weekend ahead of ...
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How Do I Choose the Best Air Miles Credit Card?
An air miles rewards card are perfect for folks who love to travel and have great credit – so you'll want to make sure you maximize your dividends by using smart strategies. Here's how to choose the best air miles credit card:
Compare interest rates ...
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Amazing Small Business Ideas Anyone Can Do
Starting a business is one of the toughest ordeals. There's a number things to think about all of which will determine how well one begins. Picking the right business may also not come in automatically. Times have changed and so have businesses. The ...
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Money Scripts: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?
Have you ever stopped to wonder why you react a certain way to money situations? Maybe you feel guilty about spending, or maybe you never hesitate to splurge. These patterns aren’t random – they’re deeply rooted in what’s known as money scripts. ...
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What Kind of Family Expenses Should You Budget For?
It is easier to budget and plan for family expenses when you are solo or with a partner. However, as soon as the first child arrives, the family expenses should be revised by a bigger percentage. The way you manage your money will significantly ...
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Does Birth Order Influence Financial Behavior?
Many people believe birth order is responsible for their status in life.
I happen to be a firstborn child, which is why I love to remind my younger sister that scientific studies suggest firstborn kids are smarter than their ...
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Black Coffee: Out on a Limb
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
Welcome to another rousing edition of Black Coffee, your off-beat weekly round-up of what's been going on in the world of money and personal finance.
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The Secret to Creating Personalized Coping Strategies
Stress is something no one can fully avoid, and the truth is that everyone deals with it differently. That’s why creating coping strategies that are personalized to you is so important. Instead of forcing yourself into a one-size-fits-all routine, ...
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 76
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
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Soon after Dave’s KEYBOARD sign appeared, a young man wearing a black leather jacket rode up on his ...
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5 Ways to Kickstart Your Investing Journey
Investing is essential for laying the foundation to your future. Wise investing will help provide the retirement dream that you've always wanted. Luckily, there are dozens of different ways that you can kickstart your investing to get where you want ...
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