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What Makes a Saver?

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A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. Over my life, I have been primarily a saver.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

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Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. Glen Craig from Free From Broke asks Are Banks Ratcheting Up Their Profiling Efforts? , “In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that binds closer together, and the music that brings harmony.&#.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

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Robert presents 5 Steps Toward Post College Financial Bliss posted at The College Investor , saying, “Over my past few posts, I’ve highlighted key transitions that have financial ramifications in any college graduate’s life: The job search and managing life in your first apartment. Can you blame them?

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

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Jim presents NetSpend & Prepaid Debit Cards You Didnt Apply For posted at Bargaineering , saying, “The other day an old college friend of mine emailed me about a strange thing he received in the mail. Grand Prize: The New iPad or $550 cash Second Prize: Kindle Fire or $200 cash! Real Estate.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #241 – June 15, 2012

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Without insurance, this could literally break the bank for many people. posted at Insurance Providers , saying, “From routine trips to the doctor to extended hospital stays, the average health care bill is $8,000 per year. This expense is usually well worth the trade. .” ” That concludes this edition.

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