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Spring Break Travel Discounts May Come with “Baggage”
It’s that time of year, folks across the country are itching for a much-anticipated break from school and work. It’s…
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Precautions for Co-signers
Lenders require a co-signer when a consumer doesn't qualify for a loan, either due to a lack of credit history…
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How to Create a Workable Budget
One of the most effective tools for managing your personal finances is also the most overlooked. It's the personal budget,…
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Do’s and Don’ts for Using Home Equity
Equity is the difference between a home's fair market value and the outstanding mortgage balance. When the housing market crashed…
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Financial Moves Before Marriage
Is marriage in your near future? Before you say “I do,” you need to make sure you’re financially prepared for…
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10 Easy Ways to Save $50 This Month
Could you use some extra cash? Most of us can, especially with the challenges of a looming recession, stalled wage…
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Feeling House Poor? 5 Tips to Simplify and Save
Homeownership is considered a cornerstone of the much-desired American dream. However, we each embark on a path toward fulfilling this…
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What You Need to Know Before Borrowing Money for College
A weak economy and rising tuition costs have forced student loan debt levels into the spotlight. People from all walks…
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Financial Tips for Older College Students
Whether you’re going back to school to finish a degree you started earlier in your life, or you’re planning to…
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Money-Saving Tips for College Students
Today's college students must navigate a far different financial landscape than those who graduated just a few years ago. Tuition…
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