The Avengers Teach Kids About Money

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My kids and I are nuts about The Avengers and any other super hero characters. We see all the movies and have recently raved over Ironman 3 (definitely a must see). But who knew The Avengers could teach you about money? Well they are talking savings in a new comic I discovered over at PracticalMoneySkills.com. [...] Read more »

10 Rules of Creating and Maintaining Good Credit

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Some rules are meant to be broken – like the one about not wearing white after Labor Day. Others should remain sacrosanct, such as the rules of good credit. Those are the kind of rules that can make life easier and happier when you follow them – and help ensure your finances stay in good [...] Read more »

The Easiest Way to Create a Budget

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Creating a budget can be intimidating. We see all the different variations and hear all the different opinions and it gets overwhelming. Fortunately, there is a way to create a budget that is easy and actually makes sense. It takes into account your income and relieves the guessing game. Using the percentage-based budget method is [...] Read more »

Insurance You Can Probably Do Without

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By Jason Alderman I’m a big believer in having the appropriate amount of insurance, especially when it comes to your health and personal liability. But if money is tight and you want to get the most bang for your buck, there are a few types of insurance you can probably do without – or that [...] Read more »

When Does Bankruptcy Make Sense?

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Have you ever thought of bankruptcy? It can be confusing and if you have thought of it you may feel embarrassed or afraid to make the call. Sometimes you need a fresh start, especially after getting a divorce. That legal process can wreak havoc on your financial life. For a little help in deciding if [...] Read more »