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Budgeting for Life

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In addition to my father’s health issues, my mother is no longer able to drive anymore, so the little errands and doctor appointments that need to be done to aid my father have become a substantial issue in our family. I’m certain that if we don’t start having these conversations now, we’ll face huge costs later on.

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5 Reasons Mature Adult Offspring Fear “The Money Talk” with their Parents

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The topic can be charged with emotional and control issues. Bringing up the subject of parental finances – especially with a generation not open to that particular discussion – may make our parents mad… at us… for daring to: question their competence. What if our parents need us to handle their day to day finances?

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Marriage and Money: 5 Tips To Reduce the Money Arguments

Family Balance Sheet

I'm participating in Women’s Money Week which is about encouraging women to speak up about money, take control of our finances, and reshape our financial future. Whether you are in a marriage that is struggling over money issues or not, I hope you find them helpful. No surprise there; I write a blog about family finances.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Common real estate contingencies can hinge on financing, appraisal, home inspection and more. Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing?

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Over 40 and Worried about Money? Start here!

Family Balance Sheet

” Her comment was echoed by another (in real life) conversation I was having with a different friend who is sending a child off to college this fall. I know there are many reasons for the dire savings rates: kids, household projects, kids, pets, kids, caring for an aging parent, kids, medical issues, and kids. Is that possible?”

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Smart Money Magazine Only $5 (1 year)

Saving Cents With Sense

Each issue offers you personal finance advise, CEO interviews, lifestyle information and advise on the latest technology and if it is worth purchasing. Don’t forget to connect on the Saving Cents with Sense Facebook page for more deals and fun conversation! Amazon is offering SmartMoney (1-year auto-renewal) for only $5.

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Accounting Principles: Basic Definitions, Why They’re Important

Savings Corner

That way, you can have productive conversations with your financial advisor or accountant. In those cases, you can preserve limited liability protections only by separating business and personal finances. For example, if the company issues shares of common stock, your software would credit that amount to the owner’s equity account.