Mint is the biggest and most popular online personal finance tracking site. Founded in 2006, Mint made waves in the personal finance software world thanks to its powerful interface and ability to add …
The Challenges of Trying to Get Ahead
I was recently talking to a friend about her finances, and she told me her biggest worry is trying to get ahead. With bills, rising rent, and increasing costs at the grocery store, it can seem like a …
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How Should a High School Student Learn About Money?
Many parents shield their children from their personal finances, which can make sense for many families. However, kids will become adults sometime and will have to learn about money sometime. As …
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How to Pay for the Things You Want While Paying Off Debt
When you’re in the middle of paying off debt, especially consumer debt, it’s easy to feel like you shouldn’t buy anything you want. I mean, after all, isn’t that generally part of the reason you got …
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How to Deal with Money Between Jobs
The search for a new job can be stressful, especially if you've got bills to pay and a family to look after. While you are on the hunt for your next job, be sure to keep to a strict budget to …
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How to Cut Your Monthly Expenses
Are you trying to cut your monthly expenses? At first, this task can seem overwhelming, but it is possible for almost anyone to cut some expenses out of their budget. You just have to know where to …
How to Save Money without Sacrificing Your Soul
Let's face it. Spending money is more fun than saving money. Spending money on things you want, when you can afford it, can feel empowering and give you a sense of accomplishment. Conversely, saving …
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Never Miss a Bill Again
Missing bills totally sucks. It doesn’t happen to most of us very often, but when it does it is frustrating. It can cost us money in fees, extra time and stress, and for some bills can even lower our …
5 Ways to Save Money Right Away
Who wouldn't like to have a little extra cash in their bank account at the end of the month? While you probably can't walk into your office and demand a raise, there are a few ways that you can trim …
5 Steps to Paying Off a Mortgage Early
I worked hard to pay off my car loan in half the time, my student loans in two years, and the only debt I have left is my mortgage. That is something my friend Steve Stewart and I don't have in …
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