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Meet a Reader | AF in Virginia

The Frugal Girl

I used to read intermittently before then but got a regular blog rotation going once I quit social media 3. The weight of debt can be so heavy mentally in addition to the direct effects of it. Also, social media makes it feel like everyone is eating five-star meals all the time. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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4 Financial Lessons Your Parents Forgot to Teach You

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With PNC reporting that the average 20-something faces $45,000 in debt, and Generation Opportunity finding a 15.9 percent unemployment rate among 18-29 year olds , being financially savvy is a skill that gets you much farther than those humanity electives you took in college. Tackle Student Loans. All rights reserved.

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Tips for Protecting Your Identity

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Each year, more than 9 million people have their identity stolen, resulting in debt , lost job opportunities, and even a criminal record. Watch Your Social Media Presence. Many social media networks require a host of personal information entries, and these sites—even the most reputable—can be vulnerable to outside attacks.