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Finance
How my thinking about money has changed over 20 years (and what hasn't)
When I started my first blog in 2004, I was in my early 20s. I’m now in my mid-forties. And…
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The Monthly Money Trap: How An “Affordable” Payment Isn't
Ever wonder why everything is sold as a monthly payment? It’s not an accident. Marketers have realized that if you…
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What is Credit Card Piggybacking?
Credit card piggybacking is when you add someone else as an authorized user to help them improve their credit history…
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6 Tools to Overcome Financial Insecurity & Anxiety
I grew up with a solidly middle class upbringing. My parents owned our home, my dad worked full-time and my…
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How the Big Beautiful Bill Will Effect Your Wallet
A sweeping new piece of legislation known as the “Big Beautiful Bill” is packed with tax breaks, expanded deductions, and…
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Retirement Savings Waterfall: In What Order to Make Your Savings Contributions
The retirement account landscape seems like a mish mash of acronyms – 401(k), IRA, HSA, etc. If you’re new to…
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Summer Reading Programs for Kids 2025
Our kids’ school sent out a list of summer reading programs that we’ll look to get our kids involved in.…
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Why Saving The First $10,000 Is Critical
When I started working out of college, I had one stream of income. My job. Now that I’m in my…
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Major Banks with ATM Fee Reimbursement
I haven’t paid an ATM fee in ages because I use an Ally Bank checking account. They will reimburse me…
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Don’t Die Without Doing These 10 Things First
Planning for the future isn’t just about your finances; it’s about peace of mind for you and your loved ones.…
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