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Just the thought of mixing certain things together gives you the chills. Like peanut butter and pickles… We’ll pass, or what about strawberries and ketchup? Yuck! Well relationships and finances can sometimes be seen in that same negative light. When to talk about it, when to share a bank account, and how to split finances […]
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You learned all about how credit scores are calculated in the Finance 101: Credit Reports and Credit Scores article, but the most important question is how can you help raise your credit scores? Since there are specific categories and ratios used to calculate your score, the trick to raising your scores is to focus your
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Sure, you want a new car, to buy your own house, pay for your future children’s college tuition and retire on an exotic island; but have you figured out a plan for reaching those goals? Most likely, you haven’t. You may be thinking that you are too young to worry about those things or with
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Money is something we truly can’t live without. You need money to fund your lifestyle, school, a vacation, and just about everything else. Knowing that money makes your world (and everyone else’s) go round, how do you know when you aren’t making enough of it? After getting a job and venturing out on a life
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Have you reached a point in your life and finances where you feel stuck? The feeling that your full-time paycheck just isn’t going to cut it? It may be time to start considering investing your extra money in something that can generate returns for you. However, before you can really decide if you are ready
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Online banks, also referred to as internet banks or digital banks, are becoming increasingly popular. Higher interest rates, online bill pay and account management, and no fees are just some of the benefits of having an online bank account. We’re not talking about accessing your Wells Fargo account online; we’re talking about dot com banks
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Business cards are tools used to assist with your branding, networking and building your contact list. If you are a professional working woman, then you may already have business cards. If you don’t have business cards yet, then you should consider getting them. Whether you are attending an event, interview or run into someone, having
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The Better Money Habits initiative powered by Bank of America in partnership with Khan Academy aims to promote financial literacy among people. Whether you are trying to talk to your children about saving or looking to purchase a house, Better Money Habits is another means of helping you gain knowledge for all financial decisions. Check
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Once you’ve killed the interview, landed the job and excelled in your position, you may be wondering how to properly negotiate a raise. Salary upgrades are usually granted annually depending on your industry. Knowing how to ask your management for a raise is crucial, and your approach and reputation are key factors. The CGS Team
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