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How to Pay for College without Scholarships

There’s no question that college costs a pretty penny. There’s a lot of pressure to apply for scholarships to help pay for it. What happens if you don’t receive any scholarship money though? How will you pay for school? Here are a few alternative options for funding your education. Grants Grants are typically rewarded by […]

Avoid these Retirement Saving Regrets

What are some of the biggest regrets retirees have surrounding their savings? Let’s take a look at a few that you’ll want to make sure you avoid. Failing to Diversify There are many ways to save money for retirement. Often times, people contribute their entire retirement savings into pre- tax savings accounts. However, it’s good […]

Financial Perks of Turning 65

Turning 65 may seem scary at first, you are finally retirement age, but the big question still looms overhead; do I have enough money to actually retire? There are more financial benefits out there than you may realize. Some are small financial perks that will save you a dollar here or there, which all add […]

Fears of Those Entering Retirement

With most big milestones in life, they come with excitement and fear. You are reaching the point in life where the workforce will not rule you. When you get up and what you do during the day will be solely up to your discretion. On the other hand, your earning days are over the fluctuation […]

What To Know About A 529 Plan

Saving for college comes with a lot of choices. What type of college fund is the right choice for your situation? Or will you just use a standard savings account to keep track of your college money. One type of college fund you should be aware of is the 529 plan. There are a lot […]

Compounding Interest and your Financial Future

When you are just settling into your career, the last thing on your mind is planning for retirement. Something a little more pressing on the brain will be things like paying off your student loans, saving up for a house or new car, things that will benefit you right now and well into the future. […]

Benefits of a Health Savings Account

There is not a worse time in life than when unexpected medical expenses make their appearance. Depending on where you and your family are at financially, the effects can be devastating and leave you wondering how you will be able to pay off the stack of medical bills that seem to be piling up. There […]

How to Improve your Financial Literacy

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Managing your money and doing it well is one of the greatest skills you can learn. Improve your financial literacy by using the following tips. All Cash Diet It’s easy to spend money when you’re using a credit or debit card. You swipe your card and you’re done! This makes it incredibly easy to overspend. […]

Do Public Schools Have an Edge Over Homeschool?

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In the last couple years, many parents have made the switch from sending their children to public school to homeschooling. While it’s a wonderful option for some, here are a few reasons why public school maintains an edge over homeschooling. Help Foster Independence When they’re younger, school helps a child get comfortable with spending time […]

4 Tax Smart Ways to Help your Child Pay for College

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If you’re going to help your child pay for college, you might as well do it in a way that will benefit you come tax season. Here are four ways to fund college and benefit all parties involved. 529 Plans This is a tax advantaged savings plan that allows you to contribute a large amount […]

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