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

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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. These surveys show quite clearly that a huge section of the working population is not making any contribution towards their retirement funding.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

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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. 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.

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Saving Tips & Free Crediting Monitoring

For the Mommas

Nearly 46% of consumers say they typically consider making a financial resolution – up 31% since the first year of the survey in 2009. Have more money automatically withdrawn from your paycheck and put in your 401k. The top 3 financial resolutions? Saving more (52%), spending less (19%) and paying off debt (19%). Create a budget.

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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. A recent survey claimed that six out of ten parents provide or have provided financial help to their adult children. Shawanda Greene from You Have More Than You Think presents Why’s It Got To Be All or Nothing? I must admit I am guilty of this.

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

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posted at CreditDonkey.com Tips , saying, “According to an online consumer survey we conducted, there are basic differences in how men and women use their credit cards which is illustrated in the following infographics.” ” That concludes this edition.

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