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September 8, 2023
by: Jean Chatzky @ SavvyMoney

6 Tips For Teaching Your Kids to Save

 

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February 28, 2023
by: banzai

3 Jar Allowance for Kids

The sooner you teach your children the basics about budgeting, the better, and the 3-jar money system is a great way to get started.

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November 11, 2022
by: Banzai

Leaving a Job with a 401(K)

When you leave a job with a 401(k), you’ll generally have four options for what to do with the money. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, so deciding what’s right for you will depend on your situation and preferences.

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October 27, 2022
by: IAMT

The Upside of Frugality

Frugal living discussions often talk about pinching pennies or “stretching a dollar.” A penny saved is a penny earned, or so the saying goes, but is that actually the case?

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October 21, 2022
by: Banzai

Certificate of Deposit

If you're willing to wait, a CD can be a great way to earn a high interest rate on the money you deposit.

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October 17, 2022
by: banzai

Savings Accounts

If you're building an emergency fund, saving for a big purchase, or getting money together to invest, using an insured savings account can put you on the right road.

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September 26, 2022
by: banzai

Opening Your First Account

Opening an account at a bank or credit union is the first step toward owning your personal finances. Best of all? It’s super easy.

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August 3, 2022
by: IAMT

College Budget Breakdown

Most people ask, "How much does college cost?"—that’s the first mistake. It’s not to say this question isn’t answerable, but grouping college into one huge expense can be a little deceiving.

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June 30, 2022
by: IAMT

The Effect of Time on Investing

Investing can seem like a very risky, complex and fast-moving process. With endless combinations of investment vehicles to choose from, it can be difficult to take your first step as an investor—especially with the knowledge that all investments carry the risk of losing some or all of your money. So why bother?

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June 2, 2022
by: IAMT

It Pays To Start Saving Now

In case you haven’t heard, compound interest is the best.You may remember it as an equation you had to memorize for math class, but it’s so much more than that. It’s the concept that powers all sorts of savings and investment products and, over time, allows you to turn your money into, well, more money!

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