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Budget Holiday: Father’s Day

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  • Holidays

Dads are notoriously hard to shop for, and with Father’s Day approaching on Sunday, June 18, we don’t want you to fall into the trap of overspending to make his day special.  You don’t need to spend a lot of money to make your dad’s Father’s Day unforgettable. Whether you’re throwing a Father’s Day party, giving an awesome dad-specific gift, or gifting your dad an experience instead of something material, we’ve got several ideas below to help you make the most while spending the last.

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Veritec: What is It and Why Does It Exist?

  • "Installment Loans"
  • Finance

You spend a lot of time applying for a loan and gathering the materials you need to get one. Make sure you don’t forget to consider Veritec and its implications for you during the application process. Veritec can be hard to understand, so we’ve put together a guide to help you avoid a Veritec Denied loan result.

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Home Improvement: Getting Your House Ready for an Efficient Summer

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If you’re a homeowner, you know how harsh seasons can be on your house. When your home is damaged and not running efficiently, money is flying out the door.  Now is the perfect time to fix any winter damage and prepare your home for summer. When you’re proactive and take preventative action, you’re keeping more money in your pocket in the long term.

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Budget Hack: Growing a Garden for Dirt Cheap

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  • Educational

Having your own garden or mini-farm will save you money in the long run. Growing your own food costs next to nothing in comparison to shopping at the grocery store, but getting started on your garden might seem financially daunting. The initial costs will pay off tenfold, and the tips in this article will help you save money while getting started growing.
 

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Planning for Retirement at Every Age

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  • Finance

The economy has changed drastically over the past 20 years, and so has the way most of the young people in the country think about retirement. Gone are the days of working a lifetime for a single company with a guaranteed retirement fund. Today’s workforce functions with a lot of moving parts and most of the time saving for retirement is left up to the individual.  Whether you’re in your 20's and are just beginning to think about retirement or you’re in your 60's and about to retire, we’ve got tips for how to make the most of your golden year finances.

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Budget Holiday: Your Guide to a Memorable Memorial Day Get-Together

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  • Holidays

Memorial Day is the day we remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. We couldn’t be more thankful to them! Memorial Day is the perfect day to celebrate our freedom and welcome summer with a friend-filled get together. Being the host with the most doesn’t necessarily mean breaking the bank. When you use these tips, you can have a fun-filled, patriotic memorial day on a budget.

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How to Avoid Student Loans

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  • Finance

You can’t put a price on a great education, but you also don’t want to be bogged down by debt for your entire life. In today’s society, student loan debt is a common and seemingly unavoidable burden that 71% of college-age kids – that’s 1.3 million young people all over the country – take on every year. College is expensive, $10,000-$35,000 a year on average, but there are ways you can reduce or even eliminate the amount of student loan debt you accrue.

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Spring Clean Your Credit Report

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Spring always inspires us to clean up our wardrobes and homes. Something about the season makes us want to start fresh and get the year off to a good start. While you can’t start fresh with your credit report, spring is a great time to clean it up and move into the rest of the year with your best foot forward. Once your credit has gone bad, it can be hard to improve, but with the simple steps in this article, you can start increasing your credit score today.

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Budget Travel: Go on an Inexpensive Summer Weekend Getaway

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  • Travel

With sunny days, high temperatures, and long weekends ahead, it’s a good time to start thinking about summer weekend getaways. Going away for the weekend can be cheaper than taking a big vacation, and if you save money with the tips below, you’ll be able to afford lots of weekends away.
 

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Celebrating Money Smart Week

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  • Finance

Money Smart Week takes place April 22-29, 2017. It’s a collaborative effort by thousands of organizations around the United States to provide resources and educational courses to any and all demographics to help every person manage their personal finances more effectively.

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