How Can I Use a Job Loss as a Stepping Stone for Growth?
Q: I’ve been laid off from my job, and I’m struggling with my next step. I’m trying to remain positive and to see this as an opportunity, but it hasn’t been easy. On a practical level, how can I use
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How to Celebrate Mother’s Day While in Quarantine
May 5, 2020 Everything looks different now with the coronavirus pandemic raging, and Mother’s Day is no exception. You can’t take the family out for pizza or treat mom to a meal at her favorite restaurant, but you can
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Beware Coronavirus Scams
Scammers are notorious for capitalizing on fear, and the coronavirus outbreak is no exception. Showing an appalling lack of the most basic morals, scammers have set up fake websites, bogus funding collections and more in an effort to trick the
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12 Things To Do Before Your Summer Getaway
Your bags are packed, your itinerary is set and you’re counting down the minutes until you take off for your dream summer getaway. Before you head out to the airport, though, read through this checklist of important things people tend
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Is FIRE A Viable Goal For Everyone?
Q: I’m hearing lots of talk about early retirement and I’ve been wondering about this concept for a while. I love my job, so I don’t really see early retirement as a goal. To me, life without work while I’m
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6 Ways To Save Money On Gardening Equipment And Supplies
As spring deepens and vibrantly colored flowers blossom everywhere, you might be dreaming about a garden of your own. You’ll till the soil, pat the fertilizer into place and plant your young shoots with tender care. You’ll make sure they
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Dough Roller
Some people like to read articles covering financial topics. Some like to listen to podcasts about money management and tips. Still others prefer to get their financial digest in a newsletter format. And some like a smorgasbord of
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7 Ways to Save On Camping Costs
Q: I’m planning a camping trip for the summer, and I’d love to keep the trip as low-cost as possible. How can I cut down on camping costs? A: It’s great that you’re looking for ways to trim your vacation
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Don’t Get Caught In a Pyramid Scheme…
Pyramid schemes have been around for years, but scammers are still growing rich off them. Let’s look at what constitutes a pyramid scheme and how to avoid falling for one. What is a Pyramid Scheme? In a pyramid scheme, participating
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Emergency Fund
Q: Do I need to have a separate rainy day fund and emergency fund? A: In an effort to simplify their money, people sometimes consolidate accounts. This is OK in many instances, but it’s important to remember that rainy day
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