Personal Budgeting
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June 18, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Why are millennials ...
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June 17, 2013
Spending creep is a phenomenon that occurs when we increase our spending (consciously or subconsciously) as our perceived wealth grows. With every subsequent...
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June 17, 2013
Curious about revamping your diet with a new way of eating, like vegan, gluten-free, or Paleo, but aren’t sure how it’ll affect your grocery bill?
It probably won’t surprise you that the key to a healthy body and bank balance is to avoid...
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June 14, 2013
If you’ve seen any of my previous posts, you know I pride myself on being on top of my finances. Like many of you, my routine naturally keeps my spending in check. I...
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June 12, 2013
I continue to be surprised and disappointed by the number of people I counsel who have difficulty controlling their spending. During the past several years I’ve encountered many people who spend a lot of money on hobbies and other interests, but...
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June 12, 2013
In four-season cities like Chicago, where winter means snow and spring means cold rain, the fleeting time between Memorial Day and fall’s arrival practically begs to be enjoyed. With sunny skies above, residents pack beaches, outdoor dining...
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June 10, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — U.S. financial consumers may indeed see slivers of sunlight on the economic horizon, but when it comes to saving money,...
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June 10, 2013
While doing a bit of spring cleaning recently, I realized that much of my winter clothing had deteriorated to the point of no return. I’d already...
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June 7, 2013
Recently I was asked what was the best $20 I’ve ever spent. I thought about it and looked through my stuff, but nothing really jumped out. I have...
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June 7, 2013
When it comes to allowances for kids, there are two main schools of thought: some say an allowance should be a reward for chores done around...









