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7 Money Mistakes You’re Making in Your 20s

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Not considering how many hours (not dollars) something costs. That means the coat will cost you 20 hours (or half of a workweek) to buy. The $40 shirt is a better investment because it costs $.80 Paying credit card interest or fees. Paying credit card interest or fees.

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Business Travel Is Back: How to Maximize Your Miles

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Like any business owner, one of Neff’s focuses is keeping his business costs down , and when it comes to travel, one way he’s found to do that is with a good travel rewards card. As Neff has learned, one key to doing that is having a good rewards credit card—and taking advantage of everything it has to offer.

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6 Real-Life Budgeting Tips to Save More Money

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Some of the highest-quality clothes and shoes in my closet have cost less than a latté. But I’m shocked when I see the cost of certain treatments and hair cuts. To put it simply, you can get your hair done professionally for the cost of a tip. This article was published in January 2018 and has been updated.

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A Millennial’s Guide to Finances: 5 Things to Start Before You Turn 30

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According to a 2022 survey by Deloitte, 36% of millennials and 29% of Gen Z cited “cost of living” as their greatest concern. I promise this will not be another article that berates your affinity for avocado toast (pro tip, if you prepare it at home it’s half the price!) David Dick, CFP® and partner at Financial Plan Inc.,

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What Is the Best E-Commerce Platform?

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More importantly, they vary in terms of cost, learning curve and functionality. And the payment platform supports all major credit cards and PayPal. For a cost- and time-effective means to get your business off the ground, Zyro is a solid e-commerce platform option. Of course, it accepts major credit cards and PayPal.

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When Considering Your Investment Strategy, Keep These 3 Rules in Mind

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For a preschooler this is normal, obviously, and there are no costs associated with changing your preferences. If you don’t know by now, we’re big fans of investing in low-cost index funds. In many ways, the media platforms that promote these clickbait articles should be viewed no differently than entertainment platforms.

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3 Common Money Myths Debunked

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In every financial workshop, I hold with 20-somethings, there inevitably comes a point where someone utters the phrase, “But my dad said…” followed by: I should carry a balance on my credit card to improve my credit. This article originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated.