Category Archives: Savings

Send 2011 Out with a Financial Bang

Back to school is a great time for reflection. Even if you don’t have kids going back to school this fall, the changing of the seasons is always a great time to take stock of how things are going, and what you could be doing better. This applies to your finances as well. As we begin moving toward autumn, take a look at where you stand with your finances, and consider what you could do to improve. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your finances during the last part of 2011:>>> [Read More]

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Retirement: What You Should Consider

We all dream of a “successful” retirement, but are you doing anything to help make that success a reality? The truth is that a prosperous retirement isn’t going to just happen. You have to plan in order to find success in retirement. As you consider your retirement options, consider, too, the following:>>> [Read More]

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Looking for Money Leaks in Your Budget

One of the most important things you can do for your finances is to plug leaks in your budget. Your monthly budget might have a surprising number of leaks in it. If you want to more effectively save money, you need to identify the areas where your income is leaking from your budget. Here are some things to think about as you identify money leaks:>>> [Read More]

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Should You Do It Yourself?

Thanks to the recession, do it yourself is making something of a comeback. Many people are interested in saving money by taking care of home repairs, lawn care, and other items that they might have paid someone else for prior to the recession. It’s all about cutting costs.>>> [Read More]

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