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‘Tis the Season: Plan Your Holiday Spending Now

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Whether you’re ready or not, the month of December will soon be here. For most of us, that means lots of expensive gift giving and costly entertaining. Some people plan ahead by shopping for presents all year round. Others have budgeted…
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How to Avoid Wasting Food

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I do the grocery shopping for my family of four. I also try to fix dinner every night, but sometimes I'll cook more than I should. I keep the leftovers, which somehow end up hidden in the back of the refrigerator. By the time time I remember…
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The Financial Cost of Owning a Dog

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We’ve given them the title of Man’s Best Friend because they protect us and love us unconditionally; and in return, we treat them like family. If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know how much fun and rewarding they can be, but you also…
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Know the Fees that Eat Away at Your 401k

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Employees that invest in their company’s 401(k) plan should be able to understand their statements. A new rule from the Labor Department will, for the first time, enable many investors to understand how much of their investment dollars are…
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5 Phone Apps That Save You Money

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Let’s face it, raising a family is expensive, especially this time of year. First there’s back-to-school shopping, then Halloween, followed by winter clothes shopping. And don’t get me started on Hanukkah and Christmas! I have four kids,…
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Quick Facts for Latinas About 401k plan

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A new study from the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that most Latinas will live an average of 83 years. That’s great news until you start thinking about how you’ll live once you stop working. According to the…
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Financial Infidelity: Not Just a Woman Thing

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When we hear women talk about how they bought an expensive pair of shoes and hid the purchase from their husbands, we don’t even flinch. Often, we just laugh about it. According to a poll conducted by TODAY.com and SELF magazine on financial…
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Financial Assistance Programs for Single Moms

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For low-income single moms struggling to make ends meet, it can seem like there is nowhere to turn for help. Fortunately, there are programs out there to help ease some of your burden. Here is a list of financial assistance programs for…
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Autumn Mix: 7 Fantastically Affordable Fall Bags

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From structured lady bags to roomy totes, a handbag is perhaps the most practical and often-worn accessory in every woman’s style arsenal. This season brings a fabulous harvest of lust-worthy carryalls to add the perfect finishing touch…