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2016-10-30
How Meal Planning Can Save You Money on Groceries
If you are serious about saving money, you already know that cooking meals at home instead of eating out can […]

2016-10-24
Cutting the Cord: Money-Saving Cable Alternatives
Updated December 20, 2019 Cable television has been around for decades, and the majority of American households have had a […]

2016-10-24
How to Create a Zero-Based Budget
Updated March 2, 2020 It is a well-known fact that a budget is a useful tool to take control […]

2016-10-15
The Basics of Buying a Car
Updated: February 4, 2022 Aside from mortgage or rent, a car payment may be your next-largest monthly expense. Whether […]

2016-09-21
How to Budget for a Wedding
Adulthood comes with several significant financial decisions — purchasing a home, making payments on a new car, and getting married […]

2016-09-16
Student Loan Refinancing vs. Consolidation
Updated September 15, 2020 If you’re looking into student loan repayment options, you’ve likely heard the terms “student loan refinancing” […]

2016-09-12
How to Build Credit: A Beginner’s Guide
Updated January 28, 2022 Building credit isn’t always at the forefront of young adults’ minds. However, the transition from […]

2016-08-23
Personal Finance Advice from 15 Top Financial Gurus
Updated August 24, 2021 Receiving sound financial advice can change a person’s world, and fortunately, there is no shortage […]

2016-08-18
9 Questions to Ask When Refinancing Student Loans
Updated December 20, 2019 Research student loan refinancing and loan consolidation. Check. Pay off credit card debt and increase credit […]

2016-08-15
What To Consider Before Buying Life Insurance
Updated December 12, 2019 Life insurance is not a typical subject that we consider when mapping out our future […]

2016-08-13
Budgeting Tips: Restaurants vs. Dining In
Restaurants vs. Dining In – When deciding about whether to eat at a restaurant or to cook at home, many […]

2016-08-04
3 Student Loan Refinancing Topics That Need a Second Look
Updated December 12, 2019 Many students will agree that student loans are a welcomed and often necessary part of […]