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How We’re Using Upromise to Save for College

Family Balance Sheet

Way back in 2008 I signed up for a Upromise account and then it sat unused for many years. Back in 2008, I was a mama to a toddler and infant, so a lot of things slipped my mind. Since March of 2020, over $1300 has been transferred into my daughters’ 529 College Savings Accounts. Instead, it is my honest review.

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Why Life Insurance Should Be Part of Every Entrepreneur’s Business Plan – Life Happens

Savings Corner

It can replace your lost income, ensuring that your family can continue to pay for bills, the mortgage, groceries, college tuition and more. Take Mike Jaap , for example, who used the cash value in his policy to keep his small business afloat during the economic crisis in 2008.

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HELOC Vs Home Equity Loan: How Do They Work?

Savings Corner

Compared to earlier years, HELOC originations are actually on par with pre-pandemic norms, while home equity originations are actually above the figures recorded between 2008 and 2021. Or, if your costs will extend over a long period of time (like paying a home contractor in installments, or college tuition for four years).

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