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Six Excuses People Use to Avoid Financial Accountability

Financial trouble befalls a large majority of people. But when financial trouble rises it is very often the case that people shirk responsibility and avoid the issue.

Money Management

Staying In the Black: 5 Precautionary Measures to Avoid Financial Pitfalls

Financial matters affect everyone, and sometimes it can be difficult to find a simple approach to managing your finances. Over 160 million Americans own credit cards, and of the households that do have credit cards each one carries an average of $15,000 in debt.

Investments

Top Four Physical Assets to Invest in and Why

A lot of attention is given to investments such as stocks and bonds, but very few financial planners spend a lot of time discussing physical assets.

Budgeting

Budget Cuts: How to Make a More Frugal Home

A job loss or a cut in hours at work can lead to a need to cut back on expenses to meet a home budget. While most people will need a negative experience to cut back, there are some who will do so voluntarily to save up for retirement, or an emergency fund.

Money Management

Five Tips for a Smart Homeowner’s Budget

If you want to try a new restaurant in a state you’ve never visited, would you go without Google maps? I didn’t think so. Why, then, would you ever go through life without a budget?

Money Management

Overcome Common Financial Burdens That Are Holding You Back

Everyone struggles with financial issues occasionally, but don’t get bogged down in money problems that can cause serious issues.

Tax Tips

Death by Taxes: Getting a Handle on Your Finances Before Your Finances Handle You

According to CNN, single people with no kids pay an average of three times more in taxes than married couples with kids.

Budgeting

Budgeting Tips: Six Commonly Forgotten Expenses

People are often not able to stick to their monthly budget, and it is often thought that the problem is fiscal discipline. The truth is that many people fail to stay within their budget because the budget was underestimated to begin with.

Insurance

Insurance and Why You Need It

If you own a car you need insurance. If you own a house you need insurance. If you have health problems, you need insurance.

Money Management

5 Simple Ways to Achieve Financial Freedom

If you feel like your bills exceed your income every month, it may be time to reconsider your strategy for achieving financial freedom.

Tax Tips

Federal Tax Return Extension: IRS Form 4868

Are you ready to meet this year’s tax filing deadline? You have until April 15 to file and to avoid penalties.

Estate Planning

5 Estate Planning Tips for Baby Boomers

As people age, they need to think of their long-term future. Not only that, once we get into old age, we should consider our family and what happens to our assets when we die.

Financial Planning

7 Difficult Personal Finance Decisions That You May Have to Make

Finances can be one of the most difficult areas to work through when life seriously challenges you. You might have to make some tough choices that are uncomfortable but will be of the most benefit to you in your individual circumstances.

Insurance

Financial Planning: Four Tips When Choosing Dental Insurance

Dental care is extremely important to overall health, but also an aspect that gets overlooked since it is not covered by regular health insurance. Extra dental insurance is important to reduce costs of expensive dental procedures and make sure you keep up with dental health.