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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In order to fit in, you might want to dress the same way your co workers dress or drive a similar quality car or send the kids to that upscale private school. Once baby comes, we might become major spenders on toys, a new home, a bigger car and more. I also saved – maxing out 401K contributions to build up the retirement funds.

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Start Saving Early for Retirement: Tips for Young People Just Starting Out

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In a recent US survey of 1,153 retirees and workers, the results showed that nearly half (43%) had retirement savings of under $10,000, excluding their pension and home. Even just $5 a week from your first part-time job at McDonalds is a great start and you are way ahead of most kids your age.

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Money and Life in Your Forties

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Your kids (if any) are most likely old enough to be somewhat self sufficient, and you are approaching the prime time of working life – functioning with ease, skill and experience, perhaps having opportunities you never dreamed would come your way for advancement, travel, monetary and other rewards. You are in the sweet spot of life!

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4 Financial Lessons Your Parents Forgot to Teach You

Saving Cents With Sense

In the meantime, consider a roommate situation to pool resources and get access to better locations and larger homes. This is especially important if you get a 401K match from your employer, as that’s free money. Married with three kids, he coaches Little League and blogs for fun. Read Up on Retirement Accounts.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you want to help your kids get off to the best start in life, it’s vital to consider them when you make financial decisions. Stock Market Basics: How Does 401k work Understanding 401k is a must to help you save money for retirement purposes plus it also helps you save taxes and get more cash in your hands.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Financial Uproar from Financial Uproar discusses The Damn Kids These Days. A plan B is a must in any home. Often times, home buyers may not be aware that free money for a down payment on a house is still available for qualified buyers. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money.

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Meet a Reader | Kim from Iowa

The Frugal Girl

I found it was bleeding into my home life in a negative way and I wanted to take a break and spend the summer with my boys who were 5 and 7 at the time. I just wanted to get away and I moved my 401K money to the advisor they referred me to. I first stumbled across Kristen’s blog about 10 years ago. Being consistent.

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