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Emotional And Financial Considerations Of Lending Money To Loved Ones
No matter how much money you’re considering lending to a loved one, there may be some difficult emotions that accompany that.
8 Financial Moves Singles In Their 30s Should Be Making
Once you hit your 30s, you and your friends may be falling into very different circles. Those include the married friends with kids, the divorcees, the workaholics, the collectors, the world travelers, the marathoners, the socialites, the hobbyists, and the people just hanging out at home with their pets. If you’re a single person in your 30s, no matter what your lifestyle looks like, there are eight financial moves you should be making.
How To Build And Maintain Good Credit
Not everyone has the privilege of being taught how to build credit from a young age, but it’s never too late to learn. Let’s discuss the different components of your credit score and how to build and maintain good credit.
Halloween And Your Finances: 6 Scary Money Stats To Be Aware Of
Halloween is a time for getting together, carving pumpkins, dressing up, and telling scary stories. Your finances can be part of the conversation. This spooky season, let’s discuss some scary facts about money today and how you can avoid becoming part of these statistics.
Why It’s Okay To Rent Forever: Part 2
A house is also not a bank account. If you end up retiring and your home is your only asset, it can be difficult to monetize. People who skip retirement funding in favor of housing payments and hope to retire on the value of their home may be in for a surprise.
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