Personal Finance for Beginners

Get Started with Personal Finance

When you take that first leap toward financial independence, it can be rather overwhelming. People start throwing abbreviations at you like FICO and IRA, and you may often be left scratching your head. Don’t worry! With these five easy steps, … [Read more...]

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Building a Financial Foundation to Help Weather Life’s Storms

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By: Heidi Davis, CFP® You’ve probably seen recent headlines like, “More Snow Storms Expected to Hit Parts of the U.S.” Life can be unusual and unpredictable, just like our weather! An emergency fund, such as a savings account, can be a … [Read more...]

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5 Tips to Get Your Financial Life Ready for the New Year (Part 1)

2011

The end of each year brings a time for reflection and renewal, and this is especially valuable when it comes to personal finance. As the year 2010 comes to a close, are you better off financially than you were on January 1? What would you like to do … [Read more...]

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Why You Need an Emergency Fund – STAT!

Help at financial crisis

By: Kevin R. Worthley, CFP® In more than a decade of financial planning for families, it's rare to find a client who has an adequate emergency or contingency fund in their family finances.  The recommended amount of such savings varies between … [Read more...]

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5 Dangerous Money Pitfalls to Avoid

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From a 1,000-foot view, your finances look to be in order. You have a steady income, you pay your bills on time and you may even have a little extra cash with which to splurge on occasion. But unless you’re thinking ahead and protecting yourself … [Read more...]

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3 Major Money Mistakes that Can Cost You

Avoid Costly Money Mistakes

Everyone makes mistakes, or so my mother tells me. But when it comes to making mistakes with your money, it can cost you. Avoid expensive mishaps by being in the know, particularly when it comes to your credit score, home loan and rainy day … [Read more...]

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How Much Should You Put aside for a Down Payment on a Home?

Joe Kustra is a Home Loan Expert with Quicken Loans and brings more than five years of mortgage experience to share with you on the Quizzle Blog. Joe loves to help and educate people about how to get in the right financial situation for their goals … [Read more...]

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