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INVESTING

When you decide to invest your money, you are choosing to put it into a vehicle with the goal of receiving a return down the line. At some point, you hope that the money to put into an investment will grow. In most cases, you plan for little involvement on […]

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Investing Considerations

To enjoy a comfortable future, investing is absolutely essential for most people. Why invest? Investing can provide you with another source of income, help fund your retirement or even get you out of a financial jam in the future. Above all, investing helps you grow your wealth — allowing your financial goals […]

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Investing 101: Basic Investing Terms

The number one thing that scares off new investors is the jargon. The investment market has a ton of jargon. So, we’re going to give you the inside scoop to make it less intimidating. What is a stock? A stock, also known as a “share,” is a tiny ownership stake in […]

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Investing – beginner’s guide

If your savings goal is more than five years away, putting some of your cash into investments could allow you to earn more from your money and keep up with rising prices. What are investments? Investments are something you buy or put your money into to get a profitable return. […]

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International Student Loans

You should always carefully evaluate how much money you will need to study in the USA. Then you will need to research and apply for scholarships, financial aid from your school, and find money from any other source, including family funds. After exhausting these avenues, most international students still have […]

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Interest Free Student Loans: Do They Exist?

Paying for college can be overwhelming. There are a lot of different costs that go beyond the expected expenses like tuition and room and board. If you take out a loan, you may be asking yourself, are there such things as interest free student loans out there? Low interest rate […]

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Individual Retirement Account (IRA) FAQs

What is an IRA? An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a type of savings account. It is designed to help US citizens and residents save for retirement by offering tax advantages. The money must be kept in the account until a specified age. What is the difference between a Traditional and […]

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Important Money Management Lessons for Kids

Parents are constantly teaching their children about money management, whether they’re aware of it or not. Kids pick up on whether you plan your shopping, put money into savings, or spend irresponsibly. At its most fundamental, teaching money management to children is about setting a good example. You should also […]

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How Unpaid Medical Bills Affect Your Credit

While your medical history is certainly not a part of your credit report, unpaid medical debts that go to collections can go onto your report and affect your credit score. While your medical history is certainly not a part of your credit report, unpaid medical debts that go to collections […]

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How to Use Student Loans for Living Expenses

Student loans can be used to pay for college costs, including living expenses. Student loans are intended to pay for college, but education costs include more than tuition. You can also use student loans for living expenses. You’re limited to borrowing the school’s cost of attendance — that’s tuition and […]

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