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Ready, Set, Retire: 4 Signs You’re Ready For Retirement
Whatever your career choice and however long you’re worked for, when it’s time to retire, you’ll know. Some people work beyond the retirement age, while others retire at 35. There is one-size-fits-all age for when you should retire, but here are a few signs that will tell you that it’s time to put down your…
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How Senior Living Communities Can Create a New Lease on Life
For seniors who are looking ahead and not seeing an altogether happy future, a complete change of scene often gives them a newfound lease on life. Rather than facing a series of years with declining functionality, senior living facilities open up a world of improving social opportunities and optimism. Let’s look at how life can…
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9 Financial Steps to a Rich Life as a Single Mom
Single mothers are (s)heroes. They keep a fully stocked fridge, a comfortable home and prioritize their children’s wellbeing over everything else. From juggling multiple jobs to being the sole provider, it’s no surprise that single mothers want financial security. And according to 2018 U.S. Census Bureau, over 80% of families were headed by single mothers. If you’re one…
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How to Stop Living from Paycheck to Paycheck
As many people who’ve struggled with money previously will tell you, living paycheck to paycheck is hardly living. It’s stressful. It’s like existing under a cloud of worry. Fortunately, there are things you can do to improve your situation. These strategies may require changes to your lifestyle and a little bit of homework. But if…
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7 Ways to Organize Before Tax Time
Only 60% of people will use a paid tax preparer to prepare and submit their returns. If you’re one of those people, then you should get organized as soon as possible so you can avoid an underpayment penalty. It’ll take some time to organize and prepare your information. Here are some tips you should keep…
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6 Things to Consider When Buying a Family Car
When you’re on the market for a personal car, there are only a handful of considerations you need to make such as the gas mileage, price, and long-term value of the vehicle. However, buying a family car is an entirely different experience: suddenly, you have to think for your entire brood and the heightened…
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How To Create A Family Budget
When you are trying to look after a family, it can be difficult to keep on top of payments. Depending on your situation, you might be splitting your earnings with a partner or you may be paying for your children by yourself. Both of these have their own struggles and so it is important to…
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Side Hustles: A Popular Way to Provide for Your Family
Supporting a family costs thousands of dollars each year. Even for dual-income households, this expense can be a lot to take on. You have to cover the basic needs like housing, utilities, food, clothing, transportation, and medical expenses. Then, there are the other monthly expenses like television services, internet, insurance, credit card bills, outstanding loans,…
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5 Honest Reasons Why Buying Gift Cards for Kids Is Not a Bad Idea
The pressure of finding something that kids would love is something every parent has to endure during the holidays. The fact that kids are not politically correct, makes buying gifts for them all the more challenge. While we adults are masters of hiding our feelings when we receive something like a cheap punchbowl, kids announce…
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3 Ways to Get Health Insurance Cover if You’re Under 30
Historically, it’s evident that most young adults have been at a huge risk of either having insufficient health insurance coverage or not having it at all. In most cases, people under the age of 30 may not see the need for health insurance. Some assume that it’s not worth the trouble while others think that…