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Buying a Car: What to Consider
If you're thinking about buying a car, you're not alone. In 2016, people in the US bought 17.55 million cars and trucks, Forbes reported. Although it's too soon to say for sure, 2017 appears to be another record-setting...
Tips for Choosing a Credit Union
Once you've decided to join a credit union instead of a bank, your search isn't over. Next up is choosing a credit union that's right for you. From whether you're eligible to join to where the credit...
Why You Might Need Multiple Savings Accounts
People who practice minimalism often say that it's best to keep things as simple as possible. Having just one car, one modestly-sized home and a small wardrobe helps plenty of people streamline their lives. The same...
4 Tricks to Fool Yourself Into Saving
Understanding, establishing, and honoring a budget is critical. But sticking to a budget can be challenging for even the best financial guru. Sure, at times, sheer will power will keep you motivated to uphold the spending...
5 Financial Tips for Grads
Passing your final exams and getting the last of those 15-page papers written might have seemed tough. But as graduation looms, so do the challenges of the real world, including the challenges of personal finance....
7 Creative Ways to Save If You're Right-Brained
When budgeting, artistic people often despair. After all, "accounting is for the logical half." Meanwhile, left-brained folks often lack the creativity it takes to stay within a proposed budget. The reality is,...