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3 Ways to Avoid Overspending During the Holidays

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In the early years of our marriage, the holidays used to throw a wrench in our financial plans. We’d spend the majority of the year being diligent budgeters and ignoring our desires to take lavish vacations, spend heavily on meals or buy the newest gadget. And then November would roll around. Start with a Percentage.

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5 Long-Term Financial Goals and How to Achieve Them

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While still making the minimum payment on all of your debt, focus on paying down high-interest debts first using extra funds in your budget. Opening a college savings fund for your child when they’re young can help you save for their future college expenses.

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8 Pieces of Financial Advice for New College Graduates

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Following a financial independence plan, which includes a savings system and budget, will be the key to chasing your goals while maintaining a roof over your head and food in the fridge. Before opening accounts or building budgets, spend a little time reflecting on your patterns. Start an emergency fund.

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Looking to Cut Costs? These Are 5 of the Best Items to Buy Used

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While some types of protective pads may be okay to buy secondhand, helmets are often designed to take only one good hit, so always purchase new head protection for you or your kids. Classic glassware and fine china are home decor items that seem ubiquitous in thrift stores and antique shops, but can be extremely expensive to purchase new.

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How to Experience Luxury in Everyday Life

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But if that pick-me-up is what you need to help you get through the week, it’s OK to keep it in your budget and savor it. Enjoy that latte without shame but then look at other parts of your budget where you can cut back. If you were just picking up coffee out of habit and it doesn’t add much to your day, cut it out. Be flexible.

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5 Productivity Products and Services to Boost Company Morale

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Whether you are headed back to the office after three remote years, or haven’t thought twice about purchasing new productivity products and services for the offuce while braving rocky financial situations, it’s time. Here’s what products and services to look into at your next budget meeting to give your space and processes a pick-me-up.

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The Top 5 Things That Were Wise Investments for My Home Business

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As a small, home-based business my budget has always been pretty tight. That means that I do a lot of research and soul searching before purchasing anything. Although it worked, that meant that I was constantly getting business communication even on weekends and holidays. 3 Business Coaching.

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