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3 Traits of Financially Successful People
Financial success, in many ways, is a game that everyone is trying to master. We did extensive research on how some of the biggest winners at this game play it and concluded that these 3 traits describe financially successful people: #1: Financially successful people live below their means. This may come as a surprise to…
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5 Books to Jumpstart Your Personal Finance Journey
Investing. Budgeting. Debt. For many who have never dabbled in the field of personal finance, these finance phrases can seem intimidating — but fear not! The field of personal finance presents beneficial knowledge in regards to managing an individual’s monetary resources. With summer break upon us, it provides a perfect opportunity for you to learn and work…
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Simplify Your Finances and Your Life in 5 Easy Steps
Simplifying your finances can improve your quality of life by decreasing money-related stress and freeing up time to do the things you love. Everyone has to deal with their finances differently, and some are more organized than others. Every individual would benefit from getting a hold of their spending, budget, and personal finances to live…
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Take Control of Impulsive Spending
Let’s be honest, we have all found ourselves victim to the temptations of impulsive shopping. It’s difficult to resist the calling of a seasonal sale, especially when this offer comes with the promise of an updated summer wardrobe or a new device for your productive home office set-up. However, the shame outweighs the benefits when…
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What Goes Into Your Credit Score?
A good credit score is essential for purchasing a new place, a new car, or taking out a loan with better interest rates — but what factors go into the number? No Single Number First, there is no definite credit score — there are different credit score models. The credit reporting agencies TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax together give the VantageScore.…
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How to Budget and Improve your CashScore: Thanksgiving Edition
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Is it your turn to host the Thanksgiving dinner? Even though Thanksgiving may look slightly different this year, with smaller gatherings and a tighter budget, don’t let that stop you from having a great Thanksgiving meal with your loved ones. Here are 5 tips on how to prepare the…
