Elementary and middle school are the ideal time to focus on these three things: (1) finding what interests your child, (2) getting into a good school routine, and (3) getting more serious about a direction for your savings plan. Cultivate Interests Around this age, your child will start favoring some activities over others. The easiest way to get them…
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One question I see time and again is “How much should I spend on groceries for my family of four?” — or three, five, etc. To be honest, figuring out how much you should budget for groceries varies for every family. There isn’t a set amount you should use. But, it is important that your monthly food budget is accurate….
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By Brian Acton, Policygenius If reducing your expenses is a priority for 2019, you should take a hard look at your home and auto insurance policies. There’s a good chance you’re overpaying for insurance. Lowering your insurance premium is a relatively pain-free process. Here are six ways to save on home and auto insurance in 2019. 1. Comparison shopping Don’t…
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It seems when you hear wedding you think two things – stressful and over budget. This should not be the case. Weddings are a once-in-a-lifetime experience that should be enjoyed. However, the reality is people go into planning a wedding without realistic expectations. By the end, they are exhausted from making decisions and spending more than they had planned. This…
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You have to try this Copycat Olive Garden dressing recipe! It is one of my favorites! One of my favorite places to eat is Olive Garden. But it is not because of the entrees, but rather their salad! That dressing is the key to making it taste so good! But, since I don’t go out to dinner that often, I found…
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It seems as soon as our children are born, we’re planning for their future. Without being able to see eighteen years ahead, how can we know for sure what we’re up against and save accordingly? In this series, we’re going to break down saving for college one phase of life at a time. THE SMART WAYS TO SAVE FOR COLLEGE…
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