The packages have been opened. The kids are loving their new toys. You are enjoying your coffee one morning and reading your mail when you see them… THE BILLS! Yikes! It seems you went a little over your budget. It was fun and the joy you brought to your kids’ faces was worth it. However, now you need to find…
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The average U.S. kid’s allowance is now $30 a week, according to a recent survey from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Unfortunately, only about half of allowance-giving parents talk regularly with their kids about money – despite the fact that 75% of those surveyed said the whole point of an allowance is teaching the value of money and…
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College is expensive, there’s no debating that fact. The average amount of money borrowed to obtain a bachelor’s degree was $29,000 in 2017/2018, according to the College Board, That’s a whole lotta money (and it’s a number that’s only likely to go up). If you want to avoid years and years of debt payoff after graduation then it’s up to…
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Cord-cutting will save you money but for many people, that’s only part of the equation. Yes, you want to spend less on cable, but you want to do that without sacrificing too many shows you enjoy watching. So, before you rip the Band-Aid off, look at the facts, and find out exactly what cord-cutting would look like for you. The…
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Taking a vacation sounds dreamy, doesn’t it? You get to kick back, relax and maybe take that much-needed nap by the beach. As much as you’d love to book a few nights at the all-inclusive resort in Mexico, the reality is that your budget is a bit tight, or it’s hard to round up the family together and agree on…
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Aside from curbside pickup and all the amazing deals (even ones you didn’t even anticipate) at your favorite stores, there are even more chances to save money. Seriously, who doesn’t love a good deal? Launched in October 2019, Target Circle, the retailer’s new loyalty program, promises to help you save more money. Did we mention this program is free? Not…
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