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Anyone who has paid bills, bought gas, or gone grocery shopping recently has noticed an uptick in prices. The data backs this feeling up. The Consumer Price Index measures changes in the cost of goods like housing, utilities, gasoline, food, and other typical daily expenses, and in January, the CPI reported that prices had gone […]
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First impressions are important. We all make assumptions based on our first impressions of anything we see, even homes. If you’re trying to sell your home, having a good-looking exterior is crucial, as it provides an eye-catching snapshot of what your home is like that can lure in potential buyers. Even if you aren’t trying […]
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Online shopping is a game-changer. When you realize you have a big presentation at work Friday, nothing to wear, and no time to shop, you can solve the problem with just a little bit of time on your computer: Soon, the perfect outfit will be on the way, to be delivered to your house by […]
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Taking your family to a game is expensive. According to the 2019 Fan Cost Index, which calculates the cost for a family of four to go to a game, park, eat, and buy souvenirs, the median cost to go to an NFL game is $540.42, the median cost for an MLS game is $250.42, and the […]
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Do you need more money? What a silly question: Just about everyone could use more money, right? Maybe you’re trying to beef up your emergency fund or pay off debt. Or perhaps you’re saving for a particular goal, like a vacation, a new car, or a home renovation project. Maybe you’ve carefully budgeted your income but it’s […]
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Have you carefully planned for your holiday expenses? Watch out for the unexpected. A report by Experian concluded that unplanned expenses account for an average of $288 around the holidays, and 31% of consumers handled this cost by putting it on their credit cards. Yikes! Some of these unexpected expenses are big-ticket items that can immediately put a dent […]
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Transitioning back to school after the summer can be stressful for everyone, including your wallet. Keeping everyone in good spirits and your budget on track can be a challenge. These 5 awesome tips, buys, and freebies can help you start the new school year right, and all under $1! 1. Spend half on the basics! […]
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Hooray! Payday has arrived. Time to get that new gadget you’ve had your eye on and maybe go out for a nice meal. But wait- first things first. You have to pay your rent/mortgage. Oh, looks like utility bills are due too. You also have some monthly subscriptions that auto-draft next week. Still have room […]