Financial Planning

How to avoid money arguments, for couples

If fighting about money defines your coupling relationship, try these strategies for how to avoid money arguments.
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Prenuptial agreements: Not just for royalty anymore

While romantics scoff at the notion, legal experts advise couples to consider prenuptial agreements before entering into marriage.
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How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Free term life insurance is available now

MassMutual Financial Group of Massachusetts is offering free term life insurance of $50,000 to apply to dependents' education.
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Investing basics and how NOT to invest

Armed with some basic investing ideas – including knowledge of how not to invest – you can build wealth with confidence.
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Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Choosing the certificate of deposit that is right for you

A certificate of deposit is a safe way to earn interest on your money. Read here for advice on choosing the right type of CD for you.
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More Americans get shortchanged by taking Social Security early

Each year a person waits for Social Security brings a greater risk-free return for retirement than taking the money early and investing it.
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Why the Alternative Minimum Tax should be changed by Congress

The AMT was created four decades ago to close loopholes for wealthy taxpayers, but today it places an extra tax burden on the middle class.
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How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Five budgeting tips that help cut the cost of convenience

Many American families and individuals can use these smart spending tips to help cut back the overgrown cost of convenience, a budget killer.
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Funding Christmas gift ideas on a budget 2010

Planning your Christmas gift ideas on a budget is easy. But first things first, you need to find out how much money you can afford to spend.
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Black Friday shopping ideas 2010

Are you ready for Black Friday 2010? Here are some Black Friday shopping ideas that will help you get the most this year's shopping fest....
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How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down

Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

Using a personal loan for credit card debt could be a good move

Ignore debt relief ads and consider getting rid of credit card debt by taking out a personal loan with a lower interest rate than your cards.
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Payday loans can prepare you for winter

Do you live in an area where you are going to need to perform some car maintenance for winter? Don't drive an unsafe car--get a payday loan.
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Parenting discipline: Are you raising spoiled children?

Raising spoiled children is very damaging, especially for the child's future financial and emotional welfare. Learn how you can void this...
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How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely

Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.

Save money on a wedding: How to plan a wedding on a budget

You can save money on your wedding and still have the event you have always dreamed of. Plan a wedding on a budget using these ideas...
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