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Give Now, Save Later: How Charitable Giving Affects Taxes

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LifeLock provides enhanced, online reporting of identity theft threats and advanced checking and savings account application alerts. Other identity theft protection providers may have a certain service that fits your needs, so do the research to find the right company.

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Tips to Spring Clean Your Finances

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Consolidate Your Banking and Investment Accounts. There’s nothing wrong with having a number of different checking and savings accounts, but many consumers find them to be frustrating and problematic. These companies will be able to monitor your credit history and alert you immediately to any red flags that come up.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

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One of those prepaid debit card companies apparently sent him a debit card that he never remembered applying for. When he called the company up, they said that the card wasnt activated and wouldnt be activated until he called in and deposited money on the card. Open a savings account and put away 10 percent as a minimum.

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