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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 66
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
E-Mails: Why I think they’re great and why I think they’re not
They’re easy, although Dave has to “set it up” for me, and he ...
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Why Strategic Career Planning Leads to Long-Term Life Flexibility
Strategic career planning is generally thought to lead to goal setting, promotion, and financial success. And those are all great things, but the true value of setting and following your career goals, in a structured way, is the flexibility it will ...
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Why It Pays to Start Saving Early for Retirement
No one is suggesting it's easy for someone in their 20s to imagine retirement but the day does come. Saving early for retirement is important because for every year you delay it, time becomes an increasing enemy.
With life expectancy increasing ...
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Millennials Aren’t Using Credit Cards, But Experts Think They Should
Seven in ten Americans have at least a single credit card in their name. Often times they have more, but most have at least one. However, this doesn't apply to all generations equally, and once again millennials are the exception to the rule; ...
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Saving Made Easy: How I Saved $36,000 in 12 Years by Doing This Simple Trick
Want to know a trick for saving made easy? I want everyone to pull up a chair and get comfortable because I'm about to tell you a story that may seem hard to believe. But it is the absolute truth. Awhile back, I made a decision that forever changed ...
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Black Coffee: It’s Almost Tuesday
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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 to Improve Your Credit Score
Your credit score is one of the most important factors that determine your financial future. It affects everything from getting a loan for a new car to renting an apartment or even landing a job. But improving your credit score isn't just about ...
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How to Keep Up With Financial Trends Without Getting Lost in the Jargon
The world of finance moves quickly. And if you’re not careful, it can feel like trying to keep up with a different language. Between inflation rates, interest hikes, cryptocurrency swings and market volatility, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and switch ...
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Is Your Rental Property Profitable? How to Maximize ROI Without Raising Rent
Owning rental property can be a wise long-term investment—but what happens when rent increases aren't an option? With rising expenses and economic uncertainty, many landlords are searching for ways to increase their return on investment (ROI) without ...
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The Overlooked Financial Strategy That Can Strengthen Your Business
When it comes to managing business finances, most owners focus on the obvious priorities: covering expenses, boosting revenue, and maintaining steady cash flow. But there’s another overlooked financial strategy: finding smarter ways to make your cash ...
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Why Should You Buy Mushroom Chocolate From Reliable Vendors?
When it comes to buying mushroom chocolate, the vendor you choose plays a crucial role in ensuring a quality experience. With so many options available, it’s important to trust a reliable vendor who prioritizes quality, consistency, and transparency. ...
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How Should I Choose a Credit Card?
It's only natural to wonder: "How should I choose a credit card?" That's because not all credit cards are created equal. In fact, when choosing a card, you'll quickly discover that there are hundreds of options for you to choose from so it makes ...
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Finding Affordable Car Insurance: What It Took to Get a Quote 25 Years Ago
Auto insurance can be expensive. Of course, everyone wants affordable car insurance. But if you don't take the time to find a better deal on your car insurance premiums, you're likely to pay even more than you're currently paying.
Car insurance ...
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7 Tips for Finding a Reliable Used Car at the Lowest Price
It used to be if you wanted a new vehicle for cheap, the best option was to buy a reliable used car - but that's no longer a slam dunk today.
Even so, used cars are still subject to lower taxes, registration fees and dealer fees. You also can't ...
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How Smart Menu Planning Can Reduce Your Annual Grocery Bill by $1000
If you google the term "world's toughest question" you'll come across a panoply of potential candidates:
What is the meaning of life?
What is the secret of happiness?
How can I get rich quickly?
Why does the line you're in always move ...
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Black Coffee: Buy Now. Pay Later.
It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe ...
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How Enterprise Workflow Automation Saves Companies Big Money
You’re running an enterprise, and inefficiencies are bleeding your budget dry; manual data entry, endless email chains, and approvals that take weeks. It’s chaos, and it’s costing you. Enterprise workflow automation tools are your way out, ...
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 65
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage:
Miscellaneous Thoughts About Life I Want to Share With You
My children are more demonstrative than I and my parents and ...
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How to Manage a Personal Loan Property
So, you’ve taken out a personal loan - whether it's a standard loan, a car loan, or even, say, a title loans in Arizona. But the real work is only just beginning - especially if you are managing a personal loan property. But if you don't know how to ...
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