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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. It has gone on for generations.

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Family Office Manager

Family Balance Sheet

No surprise there; I write a blog about family life and finances. But with my corporate background and interest in personal finance, my husband and I agreed that I would handle all of the day-to-day financial tasks for our home. Organize paperwork for tax preparation. What does that person do in your home?

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How to Manage Different Investment Risk Tolerances Between Spouses

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It was developed by two university personal finance professors one at Virginia Tech and the other at Kansas State University. Set your financial goals. In order to meet some financial goals, you must take some level of risk. In order to meet some financial goals, you must take some level of risk.

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Financial Tasks for First Quarter

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Our personal finances obviously require attention all year long. Of course, there are some tasks that are dictated by others, such as when we must pay taxes or submit certain information to government entities. Clean out and organize paper files for personal finances. Set financial goals for the year.

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Designate a Family Office Manager | Marriage & Money

Family Balance Sheet

I also took on the role, because I had an interest in the topic of personal finance. No surprise there; I write a blog about family finances. But my husband and I both agreed that I would handle all of the day-to-day financial tasks for our home and it’s a role that I really enjoy. Create your financial goals.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. Many people don’t have the mentors I had in my parents, and they find themselves in financial trouble as adults simply due to a lack of knowledge.

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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. Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession?

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