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Jason on November 13th, 2010

Spring cleaning is a concept all of us are sure to be familiar with. The annual drive to clean out, de-clutter, and prepare one’s home for the upcoming year is something we can all relate to on some level. However, one aspect that many people forget to consider during this cleanup is their finances – [...]

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Jason on May 9th, 2010

Life often throws us around unexpected curves. Cars break down, water heaters blow up, medical expenses pile up, jobs lay people off… The best that people can hope to do is to be ready for the little things that come up – and be prepared ahead of time for the big ones too. Having a stash of readily accessible money can really help smooth even the worst situations.

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Jason on June 16th, 2009

As I see those I know becoming college graduates and struggling in this economy, I found this particular post particularly moving. It is a mock speech, written by those at MoneyRulesDebtStinks.com for those joining the ‘real world’ around this time, and is full of some useful tidbits that those of any age should hold close to their heart.

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Jason on May 11th, 2009

Before you create your next budget or monthly spending plan, there are a few things you should do.

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Jason on April 26th, 2009

Accepting responsibility for your own finances gives you the power to change your financial health for the better. It must be your own force of will that does so, but knowing that it’s on you makes all the difference in the world. Use your creativity and abilities to make the best of it!

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