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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

In Terms of Loan Term, Don't Just Think Payment Amount

Considering your age and stage in life is as important as the monthly payments when deciding how long a loan term should be.

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If You Don't Owe a Debt Don't Ignore It

To maintain your rights under the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, always respond in writing to any debt that you dispute.

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If You Cannot Save enough for a College Education, Have a Plan to Pay for it

As the cost of a college education continues to increase, parents are feeling the financial pressure of having to cover college expenses while trying to stay on track to retirement.

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How to Turn Your Kids' Allowance into a Family Affair

How to turn your kids' allowance into a family affair.

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How to Teach Your Teens the Principles of Money Management

Here are five core principles parents should follow when teaching their teens about money.

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Make a Diminished Value Claim

If you can prove that your repaired vehicle is now worth less than if it had not been in an accident, you may be able to make a diminished value claim.

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Keeping Your Financial Life Simple

Here are 10 ideas to keep your financial life simple.

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Keep an Eye on Your Debt-to-Income Ratio

When you reach a point when it seems that most of your money is going towards paying down your debt, you probably have an upside down debt-to-income ratio (DTI).

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Is Your Deductible Costing or Saving You Money?

The big component that drives the pricing of auto insurance is the deductible.

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