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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

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Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. When I was in Asia in April I was reminded that many people in this world aren’t given the option to choose. Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site asks What is Your Financial Plan B? I hope you enjoy them too.

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What Is National Financial Literacy Month?

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On March 28, 2012 the Senate passed Resolution 409 that officially recognized April as National Financial Literacy Month. According to the resolution, the intent of the having Financial Literacy Month, according to Congress, is to raise public awareness about: the importance of personal financial education in the United States and.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

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Welcome to the April 6, 2012 Edition #231 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? I have finally listed many of the financial resources, firms, services, and products that I personally use and recommend.

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