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6 Tips to Avoid a Holiday Debt Hangover

October 25, 2022

The holidays are a great time for celebration and connection. With some good, advanced planning, I’ve found I can prepare for major purchases, spread the seasonal cheer and avoid a dreaded holiday debt hangover – all at the same time! Last year, the average consumer spent an estimated $1,000 on holiday-related shopping, according to the…

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Whoa, Baby! Four Financial Tips to Help You Prepare for Parenthood

April 17, 2019

Becoming a parent for the first time may be the most exciting (and scariest) time in your life, especially for your finances. Between diapers, day care, extra life insurance, and saving for college, there’s really no way around this fact. Kids cost money! Since your little bundle of joy probably won’t come with a bundle…

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