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Financial Tasks for First Quarter

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Our personal finances obviously require attention all year long. For example, once a quarter, I review our asset allocation actuals against our target allocations and come up with a plan to discuss and implement based on the analysis. Clean out and organize paper files for personal finances.

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How to Save Up for a Car Without Breaking the Bank

Penny Pinchin' Mom

That’s why a vast majority of us go the financing route. Narrow Down a Price Range If you are going to save money , you need to have a target savings goal in mind that you can work toward. For example, if you want to buy a car worth $20,000, you could decide to save $1,000 a month for 20 months or $5,000 a month for four months.

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

Koupon Karen

For example, some companies offer rewards programs that give you points for purchases, which you can redeem for future discounts. For example, you can turn old t-shirts into baby onesies and use socks as booties. You can also find deals on baby gear at big-box stores like Walmart and Target. But remember, you’re not alone.

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How To Get A Business Loan In 6 Steps

Savings Corner

For example, let’s calculate your DSCR if your annual net operating income is $500,000 and your loan’s yearly principal and interest is $225,000. Bank relationship Relationships can make a big difference in managing your business finances and getting a loan. You want to use business profits to make repayments on the loan.

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How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

Couponing 101

For instance, instead of setting a goal to become a millionaire, consider setting smaller, more realistic goals to improve your finances in the long run, like reducing unnecessary expenses or investing your money. If you don’t know what you’re aiming at, how can you possibly hit your target? Set Specific Goals.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. 20′s Finances: Hiring a Property Manager: What it Offers You Real Estate Investments can be time consuming.

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Yakezie Carnival November 13, 2011- November Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. He discusses income beneficiaries, remainder beneficiaries and provides and example of the use of a dynasty trust.

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