Setting up an emergency fund to cover things such as unexpected car repairs, hospital bills, or job loss is important to your financial future. Without an emergency fund as a financial backup, when … [Read more...] about 6 Reasons Why You Need An Emergency Fund
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How To Build An Emergency Fund Practically Painlessly
Life is unpredictable. When the unexpected happens, it's important to be prepared and have some money set aside. Without it, you'll most likely end up turning to your credit cards and digging yourself … [Read more...] about How To Build An Emergency Fund Practically Painlessly
How To Go Back to School as an Adult
Going back to school as an adult can be a scary prospect. It's been years since you set foot in a classroom, and the other students are just so young. Nonsense! More and more people are continuing … [Read more...] about How To Go Back to School as an Adult
When Should I Use My Emergency Fund?
Emergency funds are an important part of personal financial planning. If you want to be prepared for unexpected events that require immediate financing, then you need an emergency fund. However, once … [Read more...] about When Should I Use My Emergency Fund?
Emergency Credit Cards? 6 Reasons Why It’s A Bad Idea
The thing that makes life exciting is that it's utterly unpredictable. You never know what's going to happen tomorrow. Sure, you can do things that'll increase the likelihood of a predictable outcome, … [Read more...] about Emergency Credit Cards? 6 Reasons Why It’s A Bad Idea
How To Cope With The Unexpected Without An Emergency Fund
Are you ready for an unexpected expense, such as a sudden car repair or a medical bill? For most people, the answer to that question is no. In fact, about 40 percent of Americans have less than $400 … [Read more...] about How To Cope With The Unexpected Without An Emergency Fund
What Are The Four Biggest Financial Myths About 401(k)s?
If you're like many people, you work for a company that offers a 401(k) plan to help its employees save for retirement. First seen in 1978, 401(k) plans became more popular as companies moved away … [Read more...] about What Are The Four Biggest Financial Myths About 401(k)s?
The Lists You Need To Be Successful
It's hard to identify why some people are successful and others aren't, especially when you look across a wide variety of career fields and activities, such as business, sports, and politics. However, … [Read more...] about The Lists You Need To Be Successful
Surprising Spots to Save On School Supplies
While you're enjoying the dog days of summer right now, in a few weeks, it'll be time to get your kids ready to go back to school. One of the biggest things you'll have to do before your kids' first … [Read more...] about Surprising Spots to Save On School Supplies
Should I Get A Credit Card For My College Student?
In a few weeks, millions of parents will be saying goodbye to their children as they head off to college for the first time. While your entire family is no doubt on an emotional rollercoaster right … [Read more...] about Should I Get A Credit Card For My College Student?
6 Ways To Keep College Move In Costs Low
If you're getting ready to go to college in a few weeks, you've probably figured out that college is very expensive! Besides tuition and books, one of the first expenses you'll have to contend with is … [Read more...] about 6 Ways To Keep College Move In Costs Low
Money Lessons You Can Learn From Your Dog
There are almost 70 million dogs in the United States, and nearly 40% of American households have a four-legged friend roaming around. Even if you don't own a dog right now, chances are strong that … [Read more...] about Money Lessons You Can Learn From Your Dog
How To Take The Sticker Shock Out Of Getting Your Kids Back To School
Summer may be in full swing, but the new school year will be here before you know it. If shopping for new school supplies has you dreading the end of summer vacation as much as your kids do, you're … [Read more...] about How To Take The Sticker Shock Out Of Getting Your Kids Back To School
Useful Strategies To Build Financial Self Control
Everywhere you turn, you need to buy something. Grocery stores put impulse items next to the registers, so you're sure to see them before you leave the store. Your favorite stores send you emails … [Read more...] about Useful Strategies To Build Financial Self Control
How To Budget For All Those College Application Fees
From the moment you become a parent, everyone tells you how important it is to start a college savings plan for your bundle of joy. It's true that starting a financial plan when your child is still in … [Read more...] about How To Budget For All Those College Application Fees