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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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Did you make 2018 financial goals ? My husband and I discussed some ideas over our holiday break and we decided on 2 solid must-achieve financial goals for the year. If we complete them early, we’ll move on to 2 additional goals that are on our radar. Cash flow necessary business expenses and renovations.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

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Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. Cheap Summer Movies – Some theaters offer great kids’ movie deals over the summer months. It can be an expensive season and it’s best to plan ahead.

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What Is A Personal Loan?

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Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation. Not shopping around for the best offers: Gathering quotes from multiple lenders can help you spot the best deal and potentially save you interest.

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How to Make Good Financial Decisions

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Consider the best and worst case scenarios and how you would deal with each one if you make this decision. Do a financial analysis to determine if buying a home will move you towards your financial goals or away from them. Make the best deal you can. Outlandish things do happen! Using common sense.

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My #SavingsPledge Goal

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Last week I told you about the Savings.com Savings Pledge where I teamed up with Savings.com and the other Deal Pros to help America save $1 Billion. I don’t know if it’s attainable in a few short months but having this lofty goal has me determined to save. Many of my fellow Deal Pros are determined to save as well.

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How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!)

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Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. If they are, you can consider putting the extra funds into an emergency fund, pay off a credit card, or save for another financial goal. This is not a once and done deal.

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