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The Money Chore Time Trial
When you put off pesky financial chores, your main excuse is probably, "But it'll take too long." But if you're going to get your finances in order—for tax season or peace of mind in 2013—you need a realistic idea of how long things take. Hence... ➡
Back to School Without Back-Breaking Debt
Going back to school would be a dream—except for that part where you get your first student loan bill and wake up screaming. Unfortunately, “non-traditional” students (late twenties and up) graduate with 15% more debt. Use these tips to get that... ➡
Three Sites That Teach the Value of a Buck
At some point, your little birdies are going to dive out of the nest and directly into a hurricane of credit offers, career decisions, and spending temptations. Prevent a financial nosedive by teaching them money must-knows before they... ➡
What Does "Max Out" Mean?
Maxing out your IRA or 401k simply means that you contribute the maximum amount allowed in a given year. What you really want to know is why maxing out makes a difference, right? Right. Let’s say you contribute $2,500 to an IRA every year, for... ➡
