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Why Use Cash?

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In 2008-2009 when we had the credit crunch and recession, there was at least one day when stores were not accepting credit. Using cash is seems tougher psychologically. Limiting the Financial Damage of a Data Breach The Case for Credit: 5 Reasons To Own a Credit Card Money tips from Mom. Money Tips'

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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

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Perhaps you are socking away go-goobs of money for a far off retirement date and are wondering if it is worthwhile to forego all those ‘along the way’ life treats in order to be prepared for retirement. We didn’t count on the psychological effect on me though. I’m retired! I have been since April 7, 2010.

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How Growing Your Finances Is Like Gardening

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Invest your time and money in institutions and investments that have ongoing value. Some asset types do better during inflationary years, some do better in recessions. Understand your money psychology and learn how to manage any quirks that might impede growth. Don’t invest in a Bernie Madoff type scheme.

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How To Get The Holiday Gifts You Really Want

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Ariel Knafo and other researchers from the psychology department at Hebrew University in Jerusalem designed and conducted an experiment that showed that certain people actually have DNA specific to giving. She claims that investing time instead of mindless money on predetermined choices: “.can

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