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How Growing Your Finances Is Like Gardening

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So do finances. If you give the same care to you finances that you give your garden, both should grow. You wouldn’t think of planting your day lily in the middle of an interstate, so don’t think of planting your finances in a hostile environment. It’s the same way with finances. Use good stock.

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Tax & Investment Planning Resources at E*TRADE’s Online Tax and Education Centers

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Are you busy with last minute tax preparations for 2014? Or maybe you have already submitted your taxes, but you’re thinking about how you can maximize your deductions for 2015? There are many things to consider when it comes to taxes, especially when you add investments into the mix. 2014 Year End Tax Planning Resources.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #384 – Time for a Laugh Edition

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Hello and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance. If any of you have seen me host carnivals before you know that I like to add in some funny clips about personal finance for your enjoyment. Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money.

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How to Start a Business in 15 Steps

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Choose a business structure The legal structure of your business can affect everything from your taxes to what you’re liable for. Talking with a tax professional can help you choose the right business structure for you. Understand your startup financing options Most businesses need a little capital to get started.

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Introducing: Family Budget Spreadsheets

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I’ve been working behind the scenes on a tool that I personally use to track and organize our finances: Family Budget Spreadsheets. This package of 9 Microsoft Excel spreadsheets is designed to help you organize your finances, plan for major purchases, create a budget, understand your cash flow, and track your net worth.

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How Much Car Can I Afford?

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Financing your vehicle may not always be the best choice, especially if you stand to spend more than the recommended amount of your income each month toward a loan. For some buyers, financing a vehicle may make sense when balanced as a part of their larger financial picture. Can you afford the car you want?

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HELOC Vs Home Equity Loan: How Do They Work?

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Key takeaways Home equity loans and HELOCs are both financing tools that allow you to borrow against your ownership stake in your home. Both act as second mortgages, using your home as collateral, and may offer tax deductions if the funds are used for substantial repairs or upgrades. Home equity loan: What is it?

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