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Four years ago, I had more than $64,000 of credit card debt. Racking Up My Debt My debt began, really, as a way to exert my independence. I was astay-at-home momwith three children under the age of four and I was completely and utterly bored. But, for me, it just wasnt enough. Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....
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If youre going to take parental leave, see to it youve planned ahead. For the most part, youre on your own. That income gap can be scary, but some financial planning can make the transition easier. Planning + Saving = Peace of Mind Tran explains her maternity leave is mostly unpaid. Upon learning of her pregnancy, Tran started adjusting her savings plan. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too?...
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When I left my job tofreelance full-time, my teeth were not high on my priority list. (And thankfully, they did.) Sure, I would commit to regular brushing and flossing. But anything beyond that just seemed too expensive. Whats a self-employed girl to do? Become an expert on dental plans, thats what. So what did most people do? Everyone I spoke to paid out of pocket. No Interest Til Almost 2027? Balance Transfer = Credit Card Cheat Code...
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If you pay for things in cash, over time youve probably collected a bunch of coins. And those coins would probably serve you better as crisp bills in your wallet. Nobody wants to walk around with a pocket full of spare change. Its not nearly as convenient as paying with cashor a card. Luckily, you have options when it comes to exchanging your coins. And if there is, it may not be a lot....
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My wife and I spent the first night of our recentroad tripat a Courtyard hotel in Athens, Georgia. We walked downtown to eat Indian food and had drinks on the roof of the Georgia Theatre. Our room was clean, the pool area was nice and the hotel had a bar. Our cost: $0. We had a suite at the Andaz downtown, across the street from the waterfront. The living room had a huge television and the bedroom a smaller one....
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