Personal finance: savings, debt, credit, investing, retirement planning
Zero-Based Budgeting
Zero-based budgeting justifes expenses periodically, don't tweak prior budget. Reset spending for current priorities, cut waste, & articulate financial goals.
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7 Physical Security Identity Theft Prevention Tips
Vigilance with documents, mail, keypads, ATMs and receipts thwarts fraud. Find out what physical precautions you can use to block theft vectors.
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Meal Planning on a Tight Budget
Explore budget meal planning strategies like inventorying food, planning recipes around cheap ingredients, leftovers, cooking in bulk, and much more.
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Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio
Diversifying investments across stocks, bonds, commodities, real estate, and ETFs reduces risk and volatility while enhancing returns.
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A Simple Guide to Compound Interest
This article explains how compound interest works, with simple examples of calculating interest and showcasing the power of starting to save early.
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Dollar-Cost Averaging: How to Build Wealth Slowly But Surely
Dollar-cost averaging (investing fixed amounts regularly) builds wealth over time without trying to time the market.
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10 Simple Tips to Help Stick to Your Budget
Implement small daily habits like spend tracking, meal planning, automating transfers that empowers you to create and stick to your budget consistently.
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Why An Emergency Fund is Critical Now More Than Ever
Building an emergency fund equal to 3-6 months of living expenses is critical to protect yourself financially.
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How to make your first budget in 5 easy steps
Creating your first budget can seem intimidating, but following five straightforward steps will set you on the path to money management success.
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