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How We’re Using Upromise to Save for College

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Since March of 2020, over $1300 has been transferred into my daughters’ 529 College Savings Accounts. In the grand scheme of college tuition, $1300 barely makes a dent, however, that was just the first 18 months, and we have another 9 years before my youngest graduates from college. 108 Months X $72 = $7,776!

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

Savings Corner

Still, when it comes to safeguarding your family, your legacy and the very future of your business, life insurance becomes an indispensable tool. Benefits of Life Insurance for Entrepreneurs and their Families Integrating life insurance into your business plan can provide a multitude of advantages for both you and your family.

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7 Things You Should Teach Your Kids About Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If they ask you about money when they see you using it to pay for things like groceries, explain to them that it’s used to pay for things that the family needs like food and shelter. For example, if your kid wants a new bike, tell them to save toward a goal and that you’ll match them if they reach it. Giving Gifts.

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How to Save Money Fast – My Top 20 Tips

Penny Pinchin' Mom

Whether you are looking to save extra money for your emergency fund and potential unexpected expense, a new kitchen, or your kids’ college tuition—you name it—you will require self-discipline and a plan to reach any financial goal. For example, your statutory expenditures, such as rent, utilities, and gas, go into one envelope.

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Meet Jackie. She and Her Husband Paid off $147,000 in Debt | Debt Free Stories

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Tell us about you and your family. For example, it took us about 3 years to pay off a combined $17,000 in credit card debt, but later we managed to pay off twice as much in 3 years on about the same income. We paid for braces, college tuition for my son, and did fun stuff like traveling while we were paying off debt.

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What Is A Home Equity Loan?

Savings Corner

If you or a family member needs a procedure, treatment or long-term care that isn’t fully covered by insurance, a home equity loan could be a good way to handle the costs. Paying for college: You may find lenders who advocate paying college tuition via home equity, but this is a risky move.

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