For most people who don't live in California or Florida, a trip to Disney is a rare treat. Even if you only do it once a year, or once every few years, a full Disney vacation can be expensive; sometimes prohibitively so.
Thankfully, it is possible ...
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A Few Minutes With Personal Finance Genius Rich Livingston
Occasionally, I enjoy reading enlightening conversations with respected personal finance experts. But after making numerous interview requests over the past couple of months, it was obvious to me that most of those respected experts still didn't want ...
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Black Coffee: Heaven and Hell
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 hope everybody had a wonderful week. ...
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The 5 Best Mobile Apps for Saving Money
When it comes to anything related to money, being financially responsible is always a good thing. This is because it will allow you to not just ensure that everything you need is taken care of, but it will also allow you to set aside some money for ...
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How to Reduce Home Insurance Premiums Without Reducing Claim Payouts
When searching for ways to minimize your household spending, assessing your home insurance costs can be a great solution to save some extra money.
While you should never revoke your home insurance policy to save money, as this type of insurance ...
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Your 401k: How to Manage It, How to Roll it Over, How to Make the Most of It
The 401k -- everyone has heard of it, and most of us have one, but do you realize how important your 401k actually is?
When the government first introduced this pre-tax investment plan, it was merely meant to be an extra way to subsidize your ...
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Missed Tax Deadline? Here’s How to Reduce or Eliminate Penalties
If you missed this year's tax filing deadline, you may face penalties and a number of other consequences that will only get worse if you do not take your income tax filing seriously. The consequences of not filing taxes vary by situation, but ...
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Tips To Make Smart Property Investments
Not all real estate transactions are created equal. Some investors make money a lot of money while other investors lose money. However, successful investors often develop proven strategies over time using critical data and market intelligence. ...
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Joint vs. Separate Bank Accounts: Which One Is Better?
It's the eternal question for those who settle down together is and always will be: separate or joint bank accounts?
There are arguments for and against both scenarios. So sit down, read this with your boo, and then have a conversation about what ...
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5 Ways to Capitalize on Sportsbook Welcome Bonuses
In 2018, the US federal government repealed a ban on sports betting. Since then, each state has determined its own regulations related to sportsbooks. Some have opted for a full range of retail and online services, while others have yet to legalize ...
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7 Modest Wedding Gifts that I’m Still Enjoying 25 Years Later
This week the Honeybee and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. All things considered, our wedding day was a very frugal affair -- but that didn't affect our celebration by any means.
And while we were married in May, it turns out that ...
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Black Coffee: Weekend at Bernanke’s
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 hope everybody had a terrific week. ...
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Interesting Investment Trends for 2021
Every year brings new investment opportunities in to the marketplace. With technology progressing at such a rapid pace, there are some unique sectors that could potentially have promising returns. Let's take a look at the growing investment trends in ...
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Tips For Making Money With a Side Business
It's more important to become financially secure now than it ever has been before. If you've had issues saving enough money while working your full time job, it may be time to consider starting a side business. This is a great way to work towards ...
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How You Can Finally Finance That Full-Home Remodel
You have lived in your house for years, and the worn kitchen counters, rickety doors, and sagging front porch are starting to get to you. A home remodel is the obvious answer to this problem, but that can get pricey. Even a simple window replacement ...
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The Pros and Cons of Do It Yourself Appliance Repair
Let's face it: Home ownership has its share of ups and downs. One minute you're flying high as you kick back with your feet up on the porch swing and the next minute youre covered in muck that your dishwasher just spewed all over you in an angry, ...
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How to Select the Best Home Security Company
My wife gets on my case because I am terrible at engaging our burglar alarm system every night before bed. Rightfully so; a burglar alarm is a smart precautionary initiative toward protecting your home and the valuables within.
In my opinion, ...
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3 Ways to Make Extra Money Working from Home
For many, working from home has become the new normal during the pandemic. It isn't without its hiccups and hardships. Trying to concentrate as the kids draw on the walls or the neighbor mows their lawn outside your window doesn't make for ideal ...
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10 Tips for Making Your First Budget
Landing your first real job and bringing in a steady paycheck each month is an exciting time. However, if you're like most people, that's shortly followed by a myriad of expenses. It's difficult to keep track of all your bills and expenses -- and if ...
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Are There Benefits to Cosigning a Loan?
Have you been invited by a family member or a friend to be a cosigner for their loan? Or have you ever experienced the need to have a cosigner to be approved for a loan?
Everyone who is suffering from a bad credit score might already have ...
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