Should You Pay Your Parents When They Babysit?April 2022
Many grandparents wouldn't dream of asking for compensation when they take care of their grandkids, but some could use the financial boost even if they don't want to say so. Here's how to have the convo.
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10+ Nonprofits to Donate to on Giving Tuesday if Climate Change Stats are Making You SickNovember 2021
It's Giving Tuesday, and there are some great nonprofits working hard to fight climate change. Here's where you can donate.
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The 10 Things We Can Do Now to Combat Climate Change and Save MoneyNovember 2021
The effects of climate change feel overwhelming, even insurmountable, to many of us. But we can still engage in hope and avoid giving in to the "doom barrier." Steps here that will make a difference.
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9 Ways to Blow Your Wedding Budget (and How to Avoid it)February 2022
If you're not careful, a wedding can very quickly get out of hand financially. Here's how to celebrate without putting yourself in the poor house.
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The Top Financial Scams of 2022 and How to Avoid ThemFebruary 2022
Every day financial fraudsters trick people into giving up their money. (If it's happened to you, it's not your fault!) Here are the most common scams and what to know about them.
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10 Tips for Meal Prepping Work Lunch That Will Save You MoneyFebruary 2022
It's easy to blow your budget on lunches out, but with a bit of advance planning and some good staples on hand, packing your lunch saves you money and helps your health.
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9 Personal Finance Hacks I Wish I'd Learned in CollegeMarch 2022
I figured out how to budget well when I was young, but I was late to the table when it came to maximizing higher-interest savings vehicles. Here's what I wish I'd learned earlier.
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Conversations to Have With Your Parents or In-laws if You're Expecting New Baby HelpJuly 2022
A new baby is a big deal for everyone, and accepting help from your family -- if you get along -- makes the early days go much more smoothly. But even if you do well together, no one reads minds, and a few conversations ahead of time will help everyone.
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What is a Financial Portfolio?January 2022
A financial portfolio is an umbrella term that captures your financial strategies -- savings,investment, and retirement.
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IRAs for Self-Employed and Side Gig WorkersDecember 2021
An explainer for self-employed people on what to know about SEP, SIMPLE, and Roth IRAs.
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Living Longer and Helping Create the Retirement You WantJanuary 2020
As retirees live longer, active lives, retirement planning becomes important to prepare for the second act.
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Retire on Your Terms: An Action Plan for Every DecadeFebruary 2020
Here are the steps you should take in your 40s, 50s, and 60s to prepare for retirement.
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Aging in Place: How to Help Your Parents Stay at HomeNovember 2020
Many seniors would prefer to stay in their own home as they age and in many cases, it's less expensive. Here's how the younger generation can help their parents.
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It's Never Too Late to Learn These 10 Personal Finance SkillsSeptember 2016
Everyone benefits from developing or honing their personal finance skills. Tips for beating credit card debt, reframing your thinking on spending, and creating new habits.
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Will that Be Cash or Credit?October 2016
Cash and credit serve different purposes. Sometimes it's better to use one over the other. Tips for your purchases.
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What do People-finder Sites Know About You?March 2017
Sites like Spokeo, Whitepages, and FamilyTreeNow.com can seem creepy. Here's what you should know.
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How to Protect Yourself Against Medical ID TheftOctober 2016
Medical ID theft is on the rise. Here's what to know about data breaches and what to do if you're a victim.
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Can I Even Afford to Have a Baby?October 2017
Cost of living keeps rising, and adding a baby into the mix can be expensive. Here's what you need to know about the additional costs of starting a family.
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How to Deal with Empty Nest LonelinessOctober 2016
It's not as simple as just getting busy. Tips here for re-evaluating the next stage of your life without kids.
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What Your Millennial Child Should Know About Health InsuranceNovember 2016
Young people don't know much about health insurance, but it's something they need to learn about as they become independent adults. And it's confusing. Here's what to know.
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11 Ways to Save Money on Medical ExpensesNovember 2016
Medical care is expensive, and health insurance is tricky stuff. Tips here for cutting costs on prescriptions, unnecessary procedures, and even hiring a billing advocate if you're in over your head.
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7 Personal Finance Skills for College KidsSeptember 2016
College students need to learn how to budget and live within their means to get off on the right foot when they graduate. Here's what they should know.
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6 ways to Clear Physical and Mental ClutterSeptember 2016
Clutter is stressful, whether it's a garage packed to the gills or too much screen time that fragments your brain. Here's how to deal to de-stress your family.
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New FAFSA Rules for the College Financial Aid FAFSA FormSeptember 2016
The 2016 FAFSA is available on October 1, a huge switch from its previous January 1 date. Read up on how that date affects undecided students and what you should know about "prior-prior-year" tax information.
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How Boomer Parents Can Stop Babying Their Millennials FinanciallyJuly 2016
When millennials move home after college, it's really easy to absorb the extra costs, but here's why GenX and Boomer parents need to take financial stock first.
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Teen Driver at Home? Here's How to Keep Insurance Costs DownJuly 2016
Car insurance premiums can double when you add a teen to your policy, even if your kid gets good grades. It's hard to escape the hefty increase, but there are a few things you can do to keep it from being even worse.
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Would You Put Mom or Dad in a Granny Pod?April 2016
Helping out an elderly parent can be tricky if they don't want your help but need extra care and don't have the money to handle it all on their own. Granny pods are an interesting new phenomenon that might be an answer to a family's dilemma.
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Why Your College Student Might Need a Life Insurance PolicyMarch 2016
College is expensive. If you've co-signed on a private loan for your child, that loan likely won't be forgiven if something awful happens. Find out how a life insurance policy for your student protects your family's finances.
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One Family's Financial Lessons from the College HuntOctober 2015
The college search process is confusing and daunting, with lots of new vocabulary and financial pitfalls. Here's what our family learned along the way that we think you need to know.
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7 Signs Your Aging Parents Need HelpOctober 2015
Your aging parents may be exhibiting small signs that all is not as it has been, but what do the signs mean? Here's what to look for and how to help.
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Tax Breaks Every Parent Should Take Advantage OfNovember 2015
Don't miss out on these important credits and tax breaks, especially if your income falls within certain limits.
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Let Them Plan: 11 Tips for Travel with TeensMay 2014
Traveling with teens doesn't have to be all about battling agendas. Giving them some say goes a long way toward harmony on the road. Read on for more tips on traveling with this age group.
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A Midsummer Night's FunJune 2008
In true FamilyFun fashion, this article features games, crafts, and treats for a fun summer evening.
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