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7 Money Games to Help Kids Learn to Save

7 Money Games to Help Kids Learn to Save

Your child's financial habits might develop sooner than you think. As Forbes.com points out, many children form their money habits by the age of 7, so it's never too early to start teaching your children about how...
New or Used Car? How to Decide Which Is Best for You

New or Used Car? How to Decide Which Is Best for You

It's no secret that cars are big-ticket items which affect your budget immediately upon purchase and for several years afterward. In fact, according to the Federal Trade Commission, a vehicle is the second largest...
Personal Loans: What You Need to Know

Personal Loans: What You Need to Know

Personal Loans: What You Need to Know Even with the best budget planning, you can find yourself in a financial pinch. It happens when the washing machine turns silent beyond repair or your car tires are no longer safe for...
Kids' Savings: Cultivating Lifelong Financial Literacy

Kids' Savings: Cultivating Lifelong Financial Literacy

Modern banking is filled with conveniences like debit cards, phone payment apps and direct deposit. The challenge? It's difficult for children to grasp financial concepts when they don't see actual money change...
Five Ways to Create a Winning Family Vacation Budget

Five Ways to Create a Winning Family Vacation Budget

Family vacations are a great way to relax and experience the world together. The only problem? The typical vacation price tag can be eye-popping. The good news is, with careful vacation budget planning, you'll not...
Managing Finances Using Technology

Managing Finances Using Technology

To say that managing finances back in the day was a bit of a hassle is a bit of an understatement. Before technological advances such as mobile devices and the internet, if you wanted to deposit a check or do anything...

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