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Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Slows in November

Savings Corner

The core price index which excludes food and energy prices grew only 0.1%, the same as the month prior. The Fed also monitors the Consumer Price Index (CPI) , which showed a 3.1% The labor market is still relatively strong and consumers are optimistic about their finances on a strong stock market and lower gas prices.

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Is Credit Karma Accurate? I Tested It & Here’s What I Learned

Penny Pinchin' Mom

While I may talk a lot about savings and being prudent with your money, a huge part of decluttering your finances is knowing exactly where you stand with the major credit bureaus. There are just some investment projects that you simply can’t finance with your savings or credit cards. It all ties in together. You will need a loan.

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What Is National Financial Literacy Month?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Forty-one percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling). According to the resolution: Twenty-five.6 Your children know that you are saving money.

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How to Be Green and Save Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here’s some top ideas to save you money and ease your conscience: Waste Less Food. It’s amazing how much food we waste in the Western world. Instead of pouring your money straight into the trash, try to make a conscious effort to only buy the food that you will actually use. It’s both wasteful and costly!

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What You Should Know Before Moving to Another Country

Koupon Karen

Begin by researching the cost of living in your chosen destination, factoring in accommodation, transportation, food, and other daily expenses. Consider the implications of currency exchange rates on your finances. Monitor market trends and explore strategies to mitigate the impact of fluctuations.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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Are You Planning For Aging in Place?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Eating and food preparation. Food & food prep. Will you prepare food or is there a service that can deliver hot meals to you. Do you have someone in place to help you (if and when you need it) make sure that your finances are in order? We also have levered handles and a step in shower. Yep, we have that too.

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