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U.S. financial and economic topics from several finance writers.

5 Things to Know About Getting the Best Auto Loan

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A lot of people still do not do much research on auto loans when purchasing a car. While people assume the dealership will provide you the best option that is definitely not the case 100% of the time. Below I have summarized 5 things to know about getting the best auto loan for yourself: Focus on the total purchase price rather than the monthly payment: You should always focus and negotiate on the total purchase price...
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Hi, Here are five things you should do: Check your credit reports. ... Shop around for the best rate. Choose the shortest loan ... Read More
Wednesday, 20 December 2017 01:55
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Ways to Get Funds to Start Your Own Business

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You officially want to start your own business. You have the idea in place, you have your business plan and mission statement, and you are ready to launch. The only thing you have left to do is to get funding for your business. In today's age, there are a variety of ways to get funds to start your own business. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, but I have outlined several below. Bank and or...
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Has anyone had any success in getting funding for a business recently? If so, how?
Friday, 23 February 2018 14:26
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These Expenses Could be Sinking Your Budget

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When you look at your budget are you happy with what you see? Have you come to realize that you just can’t get some expenses under control? Are you having a difficult time even understanding where your money is going? Even if you have a firm grasp on your budget, you know that things can quickly spiral out of control. And that’s why you have a budget in the first place. With this in mind, it’s...
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Every month I look at how much I spent on eating out and it makes me very angry! It is crazy how eating out adds up. This is my ma... Read More
Friday, 23 February 2018 14:26
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How I Am Paying off My Student Loans

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​I have student loans. I am just like millions of other young Americans who have to pay back student loans because I wanted to get a better education, and I wanted to get an advanced degree. There isn't necessarily anything wrong with that, but issues come up when people talk about having to pay them back. I am not going to discuss these opinions, but I did want to give you an example of how I...
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As an update, I am currently ahead of schedule! If my keep up with my plan, I will actually be debt free by the end of this year, ... Read More
Friday, 23 February 2018 14:25
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Easy Ways to Prepare for a New Home Purchase in 2018

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Are you convinced that 2018 will be the year that you purchase your first home or move into a new property? Are you just now beginning to prepare for this major life change? Are you ready for anything and everything that will come your way? While there is no way of knowing exactly what you’ll face when buying a home, there are a few things you can do today to prepare for your purchase. Here are...
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I purchased a home in 2017, but it took me about 5 years to save for the down payment. Overall I am very happy with my purchase, b... Read More
Friday, 23 February 2018 14:24
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5 Ways to Pay off Your Credit Card Debt

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​Credit card debt is one of the worst kinds of debt you can have. You may have had good reasons to accumulate the high interest debt, but you should try to eliminate the debt as soon as possible. You need to create an action plan to help you reduce and eventually eliminate your credit card debt. Below are several strategies and tips to help you eliminate your credit card debt.  Create a plan of action -...
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6 Tips You Need to Know When Buying Your First House

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Buying a house is a huge financial decision. It may even be the biggest financial decision of your life. You may think you are ready to be a home owner, but you have to do your homework before making a purchase of this magnitude. Home buying can also be a very confusing and daunting task. Below are several tips to better help you understand the home buying process and find a home that's the perfect fit...
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Tax Deductions You May Be Overlooking

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​Do not ever overpay on your taxes! You should always take all the deductions that apply to you so you pay the lowest taxes possible. Below are several overlooked deductions you may not be considering when filing your taxes: State sales taxes – This write-off makes sense primarily for those who live in states that do not impose an income tax. You get to choose between deducting state and local income taxes, or state and local...
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Financial Tips for Newlyweds

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It is a great feeling to get married! When you say I do, you are very much in love, and aren't necessarily thinking about money or finances. But when you get married, you aren't just tying the emotional knot, but a financial knot as well. That financial knot will have to keep you strong throughout your lives so you can have prosperous lives. It is important to set money expectations from the start and to always...
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5 Ways to Pay Back Your Student Loans Faster

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Everyone who has student loans wants to pay them off and wants them to go away. There are many ways to help you pay back your student loans faster. If you make your student loans a priority, it will be easier to pay them off. Below are 5 ways to help you pay them back faster:  Make a plan and understand your loans. You need to understand your loan amounts, terms, rates, etc. and map out exactly how...
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