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Personal Capital Review 2018: The Best Free Financial Tools

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This Personal Capital review was completed by Amy, one of the co-founders of Women Who Money. She’s been actively using the free financial tools at Personal Capital since 2014 to aid her in managing her money and planning for a secure retirement. Women Who Money wants to help women (and men) at all levels take […]

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What Are The Pros, Cons And Limits Of HSAs (Health Savings Accounts)?

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During health plan enrollment time, your place of employment probably looks like many others. There are lots of “water cooler” conversations about different plans, past experiences, deductibles, and copays. Health savings accounts are drawing your attention and you want to learn more. Let’s say last year you spent $8,000 on the “Cadillac” medical plan, and […]

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Spending Money On A Friend’s Destination Dream Wedding

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I got married right out of college to my high school sweetheart. We were both broke after graduation and luckily our combined student loan debt was less than $10,000. We chose to have a small wedding because we wanted to get married right away. We didn’t want to take on more debt and we felt […]

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Is Travel Hacking Really The Best Way To Save Money On Travel?

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You’ve probably seen pictures of people lounging in over-the-water bungalows sipping tropical drinks while claiming that they are traveling to expensive vacation destinations for little to no money. At first, you thought it is probably a scam. But you soon learned about using credit cards to do something called travel hacking. Unless money is not […]

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What Is The Best Way To Budget For Major House Expenses?

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Many people think that in order to own a home, they need to only budget for the down payment, taxes, and insurance, and they’re done with major expenses. However, the costs of home ownership do not stop with the costs necessary to purchase the home. Just as a vehicle requires regular maintenance, so does a home. […]

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What Are The Best Ways To Start Building An Emergency Fund?

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You’ve probably heard the mantra “hope for the best, prepare for the worst.” This is true when it comes to having an emergency fund. As much as we can hope for the best, we are going to face emergencies from time to time. This makes it critical to build an emergency fund and be financially […]

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How Can I Control The Costs Of My Kids’ Activities?

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It’s no secret that having kids is costly. In fact, if you believe recent estimates, it could cost well over $200,000 to raise each child. While there are expenditures like food, shelter, and clothing that are non-negotiable, other expenses are. With an ever-increasing amount of pressure on families to have their children be as involved […]

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How Do I Take A Vacation While Still Paying Down Debt?

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Are you in the middle of paying off debt? Great job! Starting is the hardest part. Once you’ve decided to pay off your debt, it may feel like you want to put every spare penny toward your goal. But paying down debt can take a while, especially if you have a lot to pay, so […]

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Do You Need A Budget? A YNAB Review

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Women Who Money is all about helping readers of all levels understand and manage their personal finances. Key to this concept is understanding how and where you spend, in order to track, monitor, manage, and improve your finances. Research shows that nearly half of Americans say their expenses are equal to or greater than their […]

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What Simple And Useful Ways Can I Save On Monthly Expenses?

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Isn’t it awesome when you find money you forgot you had? You know, that $20 you forgot in the pocket of your jeans? Or a $5 bill lost in your couch cushions? Discovering ways to save on monthly expenses is like finding extra money. But better. When you cut back or eliminate a monthly expense, […]

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How Do I Start Saving Money Living Paycheck to Paycheck?

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Do you ever feel defeated when it comes to saving money? You want to save, but find yourself waiting for the next paycheck just to cover monthly expenses. Living paycheck to paycheck According to a survey from CareerBuilder, 8 out of 10 American workers say they live paycheck to paycheck. That means a constant […]

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Should We Hide Our Money Problems From The Kids?

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Honesty is the best policy. It’s one of the most important lessons virtually every family tries to instill in their children. But is honesty still the best policy when it comes to family finances and money problems? Yes. Families who are facing money problems should still be upfront with their children about money. Depending on […]

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My Relationship’s Ending, What Should I Do About Housing?

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Your relationship is ending, and you’re soon facing moving out of your current home. But you’re not sure if you should lease an apartment, purchase a house, move in with friends, or go back and live with your parents or another family member. There are so many emotional and financial considerations, each with their own set […]

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Should I Really Try to Negotiate My Rent Increase?

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You’re sifting through the mail, and right away you recognize the return address. And you already know what’s coming next. It’s time to renew your lease, and they’re going to increase your rent. You expected an increase, but you’re shocked by the amount. Your rent is going up by $100 per month. Now you get angry. […]

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Personal Capital Review 2018: The Best Free Financial Tools

What Are The Pros, Cons And Limits Of HSAs (Health Savings Accounts)?

Spending Money On A Friend’s Destination Dream Wedding

Is Travel Hacking Really The Best Way To Save Money On Travel?

What Is The Best Way To Budget For Major House Expenses?

What Are The Best Ways To Start Building An Emergency Fund?

How Can I Control The Costs Of My Kids’ Activities?

How Do I Take A Vacation While Still Paying Down Debt?

Do You Need A Budget? A YNAB Review

What Simple And Useful Ways Can I Save On Monthly Expenses?

How Do I Start Saving Money Living Paycheck to Paycheck?

Should We Hide Our Money Problems From The Kids?

My Relationship’s Ending, What Should I Do About Housing?

Should I Really Try to Negotiate My Rent Increase?

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