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How to Save on Back to School Supplies

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Back to school time already? It seems like just the other day we were taking the kids out for ice cream to celebrate the end of the school year. For children, the anticipation of getting new clothes and picking out the latest and greatest…
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6 Tax Deductions Every Mom Should Take

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Every year there are five common reasons why people don’t file their personal income tax returns by the April 15th deadline. Procrastination—This is hands down the most common reason. Certain people view tax preparation similar to…
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Paying for College: The 411 on 529 Accounts

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If you’ve been wanting to know more about paying for college, here’s the 411 on 529 plans for college. 529s are tax-advantaged savings plans created to encourage people to save for future college expenses. They are sponsored by states,…
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3 Myths About Prepaid Debit Cards

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There are a slew of new prepaid debit cards that promise everything from raising your credit score to roadside assistance, and have famous names attached to them. But are these debit cards really better than an account at a financial institution?…
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Charitable New Year's Resolutions

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Charitable New Year's Resolutions can help you reach your goals. Not only will you be a better person, but will help others too! Think back to all of your failed New Year's resolutions of years past: They probably involved some level…
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Using Your Credit Card To Build Your Credit

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Credit cards can be used to build your credit, as long a you use them responsibly. Using credit cards for your gift shopping is almost a holiday tradition in itself. Unfortunately, many people not only underestimate how much they spend…
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5 Reasons to Join a Credit Union

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Most people don't know the reasons why it's smart to join a credit union. I will tell you why. Saturday, November 5th was National Bank Transfer Day. The goal was to encourage bank customers to leave their banks and become members of a credit…
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Basic Math Skills: How to Teach Your Kids Math With Money

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In today's economy, new graduates and job hunters need all the advantages they can get, and most employers agree that they need workers with outstanding math and language skills. Unfortunately, Hispanic students lag behind their peers on…
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Paying Off College Debt: New Ways to Do It

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Paying off College debt seems like an impossibility, but there is still hope. President Obama has announced the "Pay As You Earn" plan to make student loans more affordable for students. The plan will cap repayments for student federal loans…