Wednesday, 27 June 2012 22:20
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Jacki
This is a great question to ask yourself no matter where you are financially. If you are spending more than you bring in, you need to question where your money is going and what it is accomplishing in your life. So, what can you live without? Here are few items to help you get started improving your life financially as well as mentally. [More]
Tuesday, 5 June 2012 15:13
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Jacki
If you are looking into buying a vehicle, you may be deciding whether to buy a new auto or a used one. There are pros and cons to both options, so here are a few things to consider when determining which route to go. [More]
Thursday, 17 May 2012 11:09
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Jacki
On average, it costs $250,000 per child from birth to 18, and just in the first year, it costs $10,000. That’s not even including childcare costs such as diapers, wipes, and medical costs. So, what can you do to plan for a baby? [More]
Wednesday, 2 May 2012 21:44
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Jacki
With summer comes lots of activities, especially when you have kids out of school to entertain. Here are a few tips to help you stay on budget whether you are going on vacation, throwing a backyard barbeque, or charged with entertaining kids. [More]
Thursday, 12 April 2012 10:38
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Jacki
If you’ve looked into having your house cleaned recently, you may be surprised at the cost. Or think about how much it costs to run your car through the car wash. Determining if tasks are worth the money is a very personal decision. Here are a few things to keep in mind when deciding whether or not to outsource. [More]
Thursday, 5 April 2012 10:59
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Jacki
There are several theories on what is the best way to pay down debt, but it really depends on your personality and what motivates you. Here are 5 different ways to help you get started. [More]
Monday, 26 March 2012 21:11
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Jacki
Your credit score says a lot about you to lenders. One small mistake can cost you points which in turn can cost you money in higher interest rates or even cause you to be denied for a loan. Here are 5 mistakes that can hurt your credit. [More]
Tuesday, 20 March 2012 12:30
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Jacki
It’s almost that time of year again; time to start cleaning the windows, screens, and doors. Time to open the windows and clean the oven; it’s spring cleaning time! While you are thinking about getting your home in order, think about cleaning up those messy finances, too. [More]
Thursday, 8 March 2012 12:04
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Jacki
We’ve heard it said a million times, “debt is bad,” but, how many people can pay cash for their home, car, and/or child’s education? So, when does it make sense to borrow, and what debt should be avoided? [More]
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Thursday, 23 February 2012 12:06
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Jacki
Let’s face it, teens need and want money for a multitude of reasons including school activities, entertainment, electronics, gas…the list goes on and on. It may be difficult to decide whether to continue or maybe even start to give your teen an allowance. Here are a few items to consider: [More]
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