As the end of the year approaches, you likely had (or are about to have) open enrollment. Hopefully you’ve taken advantage of some of the pre-tax benefits available to you, like contributing to an FSA or HSA. We shared the perks of an HSA, and now it’s time to share some things you can buy […]
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Every income, household and budget is different, especially when it comes to the holidays. Some people spend very little on holiday gifts, while others go all out. If you are struggling to come up with a number on what you should spend on the special people in your life, refer to the averages! Numerous studies
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When it comes to your retirement savings, specifically your IRA, you have two options on how you’d like to contribute. You can contribute to a Roth IRA or a Traditional IRA. 401k plans through your employer also have the option of a Roth or Traditional, but not all companies make that option available to their
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You’ve probably already realized this by now, and if you haven’t, you will – living a life of frugality, being smart about your spending, and managing your money is a lifestyle. If you haven’t practiced consistent budgeting and spending control, you haven’t made the lifestyle change yet. That’s perfectly fine, however the longer you put
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We all know that monthly bills like rent, utilities, cell phone, etc. don’t show up on credit reports, unless the accounts go to collection for a lack of payment. While these monthly bills don’t necessarily affect your credit score, they can be affected by your credit score. Your credit score can actually alter your monthly
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It truly is a miracle how fast time flies by! It’s like we finish filing taxes and the year end is quickly upon us. While we still have a few more months until the year end, it will be here before you know it. Waiting until the deadline to file your tax return is a
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You’ve already learned what it takes to maximize your spending and why cash back shopping should be your top priority when making purchases, but did you know there are certain stores that always offer rewards, bonuses or cash back incentives?! The CGS Team is sharing 8 stores that always offer some form of reward, discount
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Women and fashion go hand in hand. Whether you are a fashion connoisseur or prefer to keep it simple with your wardrobe, there are certain pieces of style advice that should not be ignored. The CGS Team has rounded up the top 10 style advice tips for women to follow. You may have heard these
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We work so hard to excel at our job, but we seem stuck in the same spot…what gives? While some promotions come faster than others, there are things you can do to tip the scale in your favor and get promoted at work. Every company has a different routine to follow when it comes to
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