Whether it’s your freshman or senior year of college, you’re hopefully beginning to feel settled and prepared to tackle the fall semester. Amidst a stack of textbooks and endless trips to the library, managing your finances and a budget might be the last thing on your mind during the academic year. However, it is possible to balance your financial health with your academic and social life during college.
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Are you planning for retirement? It may not seem urgent if you're young, but the earlier you start, the better prepared you'll be. Early planning allows you to harness the power of compound interest, where your investments grow exponentially over time. Even small contributions made early on can significantly boost your retirement savings.
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Do you know the 60/20/20 rule for budgeting? How much you should have in your emergency fund? Or why you should keep your credit card utilization at 30% of your limit? Many Americans are unfamiliar with these financial basics. If you’re new to these rules or just want a quick refresher, read on. Below, we’ll give you the tools to build your financial knowledge, from short-term savings to retirement planning.
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It’s time once again for pencils to be sharpened, lunches to be packed, and backpacks to be zipped. Whether you’re a parent or not, your last few weeks have likely been surrounded by back-to-school advertisements or thoughts. And while it’s undoubtedly exciting for the kids to return for another school year, it’s a process that can become rather costly.
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Financial literacy is more important than ever. It’s key to making informed decisions about managing your money and meeting your long-term goals. Yet, according to a survey by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, only 53% of Americans give themselves an A or B when considering their knowledge of personal finance. In that same survey, 80% feel they could benefit from additional financial advice and education, even with their existing knowledge.
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Are you a financial procrastinator? It’s easy to put off certain financial tasks, whether they be paying a specific bill, creating an emergency fund, or writing a will. The simple truth is that nothing good can come from procrastinating on these items. A late bill incurs interest, and you unfortunately never know when a will or emergency fund will be needed.
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Families are always seeking affordable activities to enjoy this summer. From Monster Trucks to swimming in Wildwood, here are some activities you can do for you and your kids before the summer is over!
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Whether retirement is right around the corner or decades away, it’s good to be prepared. As you look ahead, look out for these all-too-common retirement planning pitfalls:
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We’ve all heard of inflation, whether that be in a high school history class or through a news program of the past few years. But what about deflation and disinflation? At first glance, they may sound like improvements over inflation. However, both terms carry their own weight and, in some respects, consequences.
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In today's ever-evolving economic landscape, many of us find ourselves grappling with rising costs of goods. From groceries to gas, the impact of inflation has been felt across the country, leaving countless households looking for ways to fill the gap in their wallets. One popular solution is obtaining a part-time job.
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