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Cash-Back Credit Card Mistakes to Avoid

A cash-back credit card can result in 5 percent or more back on your purchases, essentially giving you a small discount for everything you buy with a credit card.But that perk can cost you some money in the long run, if youre not careful. Here are some...

Top Money Skills to Teach Your Children

Raising your kids to be adults who can successfully navigate through life is the end goal of parenting, and a big part of that responsibility centers around teaching them about money so that they’re financially independent as they transition from child...

Is Your Carpet Keeping a Dirty Secret?

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How to Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets

The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in any household. It’s where meals are cooked and families eat, and also a place to play fun games or just talk.The foodie craze is changing the way we eat and the way we cook. Amateur chefs get ideas from cookin...

Should You Ask Someone to Co-Sign Your Mortgage?

If you’ve found the house of your dreams but are having trouble qualifying for a mortgage, you could ask another person to co-sign your mortgage. Here are some things to consider.Reasons to Have a Co-SignerBuying your first house, high credit card bala...

How a Secured Credit Card Can Help Your Credit

One of the easiest ways to build credit and improve a credit score is to open a secured credit card. Whether youre young and new to credit, or are looking to improve your credit score because of past financial problems, a secured credit card can help.I...

Adding a Dog to the Family? Here Are Some Expenses to Consider

Getting a dog can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. Seeing your cute pet’s tail wag when you get home from a long day at work can be a heartwarming experience that makes the responsibilities of dog ownership worthwhile.But don’t forge...

Tricks to Save Money on Gas

Do you dread refilling your cars tank?These tricks can boost gas mileage and save cashTurn off your engine when parked for over 10 seconds, as idling wastes fuel.Avoid aggressive driving"like rapid acceleration and braking"which can lower gas mileage b...

Simple Ways to Avoid Defaulting on Student Loans

No matter the reason, neglecting to pay your federal student loans can result in a slew of negative consequences, from bill collectors knocking at your door to a big drop in your credit score. It can also make it difficult to be approved for other loan...

How to Protect Your Kids from Identity Theft

Children are often victims of identity theft for two reasons: They have a clean identity that probably hasn’t been used much and can be exploited in many ways, and there’s often a large gap between the theft and when it’s discovered.Fraudsters will usu...