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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. I figured I would talk about credit cards as today’s theme. Funancials : Should I Cancel My Credit Card? Futures introduction.

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Over 40 and Worried about Money? Start here!

Family Balance Sheet

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. But we must change these statistics. A few of my favorite personal finance books: The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness , by Dave Ramsey.

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What to Do With Money: A Mom’s Guide to Smart Money Management

Penny Pinchin' Mom

I’m talking about how to earn, save, invest, and ultimately make your money work for you. Statistically , you are probably going to outlive your spouse. Besides, paying off your debt and keeping it at a healthy minimum will help your credit score rating. The point is that women tend to outlive men across the globe.

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