The kids have been off school for a while now, just long enough to say, "we're bored!" If left to their own devices, they'd be playing devices (video games, tv, ipads) all day. It's time to make them go outside to play and make up some non-digital fun!Great American Backyard Campout!The National Wil[...]
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Dad is the man who will always be there for you and your family no matter how hard life can be, so express your appreciation this Father's Day with a gift that will surprise and delight him. Check out some fun and meaningful gift ideas that won't break your bank account below. A Book A boo[...]
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Before we go any further, we would like to talk to you about the importance of credit and what it can mean for you as a young professional. Without a credit history, it is likely that you will face many obstacles such as getting a job, an apartment or even a credit card. In this post you will fin[...]
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Debt can be a financial blessing or a curse, depending on how it's managed. Understanding the difference between good debt and bad debt is key to having a happy, fulfilled life. The first step for finding out if your debt is good or bad is understanding what debt actually is. Simply put, it's an[...]
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It's really difficult to get ahead in life and, as a result, student loan debt is a lot more common than people think. If you're struggling with it, you're probably sick of how much money you've already borrowed just to start building your credit rating. But don't give up hope just yet! If you wa[...]
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Are you thinking of buying a new car? Unsure of where to start?Well I have the solution for you! Before you go off and make an impulse decision, check out some of these helpful car buying tips!
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Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year is just a week away and once again retailers are offering holiday deals in an attempt to get more shoppers into their stores. Several of the biggest retailers are opening earlier than last year in hopes to one-up their competition.
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Buying a home can be as terrifying as it is satisfying. Being in my mid 20′s, I figured this was something I should research considering I may be purchasing my first home in the near future. This cheat sheet offers top home-buying tips from the experts. You can never have too much informati[...]
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Can you believe Christmas is a little over a month away? Well if you’re anything like me, you haven’t even started to think about Christmas shopping. Now is the time to start making your list and checking it twice, because ready or not, the holidays are on their way! Check out s[...]
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