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Marriage, Children, and Family

Advice on managing money with your spouse and teaching financial lessons to your children.

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Marriage, Children, and Family posts

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Is Buying a Home Right for You?

September 14, 2018

Homeownership is a life-changing decision. Are you financially ready to make the move?

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Money

September 5, 2018

Sharing stories about your finances can help your children learn valuable lessons about managing their own money.

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The Rising Costs of Raising Children

Here are a few tips to get the most out of your revenue when raising children.

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Are You Ready for Retirement?

Retirement is a goal we all have, but it's not always so easy to plan for.

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Planning for College

For most Americans, college is a great investment. But attending college can be expensive.

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Six Ideas and Tips for the Perfect Money-Saving Staycation

February 12, 2018

Escape the stress of planning a vacation getaway by opting for an amazing staycation in your own state.

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How lenders use FICO® Scores

January 26, 2018

How do the 90% of top lenders in the US use FICO® Scores? They use them in a number of ways that matter to you.

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Joint Account? Authorized User? Which is Best for Credit Sharing?

August 24, 2016

Both options have risks and advantages that fluctuate depending on each user’s unique situation, so it’s important to understand each before choosing one.