This month a new repayment plan for federal student loans is going into effect that allows borrowers to base their monthly payments on their income after graduation. Here are some
Debt limits freedom. It's as simple as that. The process of getting out of debt first starts with acknowledging that it really is a problem. This simple act will radically impro
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"Do what you love" has always been the cheesiest advice you can give a young person, but can it really be solid advice? In anything you do, there's the struggle of between paying t
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Alumni associations are doing everything they can to make things better for graduates of their college during this difficult time. Some of the savings are pretty substantial.
I just finished reading "The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man" by Brett and Kate McKay. As the married mom of 2 sons nearing manhood and the daughter
Make too much for a Roth IRA? Don't fret, you still may have a chance to get in through the backdoor by using a nondeductible IRA then implementing a Roth IRA Conversion.
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New Income Based Federal Student Loans Repayment Plan - Can You Benefit?
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Today we found some great articles on things to do before you die, getting the best deal on an engagement ring, and reducing the cost of your commute.
Acknowledge You Have a Problem with Debt
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Do What You Love: Idealistic Nonsense Or Good Advice?
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10 Places to Find Cheap, Good-Looking New Furniture
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Reduce Your Water Bill
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It Pays to Be True to Your School: 5 Ways Your Alma Mater Can Save You Money
Alumni associations are doing everything they can to make things better for graduates of their college during this difficult time. Some of the savings are pretty substantial.
Book Review: The Art of Manliness Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man
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Backdoor into the Roth IRA: You're Invited to the Tax-Free Party
Make too much for a Roth IRA? Don't fret, you still may have a chance to get in through the backdoor by using a nondeductible IRA then implementing a Roth IRA Conversion.
8 Signs an ETF Isn't Right for You
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Are YOU on This List of Cushiest Retirement Jobs?
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Best Money Tips: Steps to Get Out of Debt
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25 Simple Ways to Change Up Your Routine and Love Your Day
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