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BIGGEST MONEY STORY OF 2011 or HOW TO GET A DECENT RETURN ON YOUR CASH

Written on January 16, 2012 by in bond, saving

This one impacts anyone with money to invest in a savings account, CD, or short term bond of any sort. The historically low savings rates are slashing retirees lifestyles. All the folks looking to earn a return above 0.9% on their savings need to do some digging around.

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CHEAP NEW YEARS EVE AT HOME IDEAS

Written on December 30, 2011 by in leisure, life, links, saving

With drunk drivers on the loose, and the crazies out and about, here are some ideas for a really fun New Years Eve at home. Try these out with the family, a few friends, or a big group.

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Reader Question; Roth or 401 K, Which to Max Out First?

Written on December 28, 2011 by in advanced, investing, reader question, saving, Yakezie

Which should be funded first, Roth IRA or 401K?

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DRIVE AN OLD CAR? AUTO INSURANCE YOU MIGHT NOT NEED

Written on December 19, 2011 by in insurance, saving

As a personal finance expert, I look for ways to cut costs which will not impact my lifestyle. Here are some insurance basics that will lower your premiums.

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How to Live Well When your Passion Doesn’t Pay Well (part 2)

Written on December 10, 2011 by in debt, life, saving, spending

You may be in a lower paying job, either by choice or by default. Here are some ideas about how to live well and build some wealth in spite of your pay grade.

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Learn to Shop Like a Pro; High Quality, Low Cost

Written on November 26, 2011 by in saving, spending

We shopped everywhere from the outlets, to the discount stores, to the mall, looking for high quality goods at reasonable prices. In this recently released video, I’m going to take you on a shopping trip, from the grocery to the mall and show you how it’s done.

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DRASTIC MEASURE TO LOWER YOUR COST OF LIVING

Written on November 18, 2011 by in life, saving

Life is all about compromises. You cannot be successful in life, marriage, or just about anything without compromise.

We decided at the outset that we were willing to settle in a moderate midwestern city in order to facilitate the family lifestyle we wanted.

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Reader Question; WHAT TO DO WITH RETIREMENT FUNDS WHEN I SWITCH JOBS?

Written on November 13, 2011 by in advanced, investing, money management, saving

You are very smart to consider converting your retirement account to a Roth IRA. Roth IRA’s have several benefits, including tax fee withdrawals.

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NEW COLLEGE GRADS; HOW TO GET SMART ABOUT MONEY

Written on September 14, 2011 by in automatic saving, career, investing, money management, personal finance, saving, video

“Never spend your money before you have earned it.” Thomas Jefferson

Follow Jefferson’s advice, add in a bit of saving, and you are on the right path. Watch the video, consider the tips, pass them along to your friends, and help them become money smart!

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WHAT WOULD YOU DO? TIPS TO MAKE SMART MONEY CHOICES

Written on August 5, 2011 by in parents, saving, spending, values, wealth

She repeatedly asks herself, “Do I really need it?” Well, of course she doesn’t need it, but there is no logical reason not to treat herself to the jewelry. Unfortunately, even after making the plunge and purchasing the beautiful bracelet, she continues to be racked with guilt and worries that she spent too much.

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