Three reasons why you shouldn’t let your partner manage all of your finances
Chatting with the women in the gym last week, sweaty and flushed after a good workout, the conversation turned to money. “Can’t I just leave all this money stuff to my husband,” K. asked, half sheepishly, half seriously. “Umm, no you can’t,” I replied, wiping the...
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I’m Committing to a Yearlong Shopping Ban in 2019
Cutting through the mall a couple of days ago on my way to the bank, I spotted a cute fleece hoodie in a great shade of blue. I was in a rush, but intended to go back and check it out before heading home. Walking at a pretty fast pace, I caught myself. Come on,...
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Why the recent stock market drop doesn’t faze me (and it even kind of excites me)
A wild roller coaster ride might be an apt description of the stock market drop experienced in the last few weeks. Using the S&P 500 Index as a proxy for the market, stock prices (also called share prices) tumbled nearly 20% in the last three months, with half of...
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5 ways you can save money
This is a guest post from Social Media Enthusiast Pratibha Pal, founder of SocialMediaWired.com and Eco Mommy Blogger. Money lessons are never easy! Truth be told, I was never good at managing money. Not that I am the best at it now, but I make a conscious effort to...
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Why you need a family emergency plan and how to do it
Have you ever thought about who would manage your affairs and how they would deal with the finances in the case of an emergency? Thankfully, most "crises" while overwhelming and challenging can be managed. But now and again, people face emergency situations that could...
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How to clear the clutter and manifest more money
Do you look around your home and notice that piles of papers are everywhere and general clutter seems to be taking over? Are your closets bursting at the seams and in need of a makeover? Have you ever considered that there's an energetic connection between the clutter...
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4 Keys to Save More Money and Build Wealth
Do you feel exhausted living paycheck to paycheck and never seem to get ahead?Or, perhaps you’re stuck in a vicious cycle of debt that feels completely draining and it’s causing financial stress?Maybe, you’re one of the lucky ones who’s doing okay. You even save money...
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43 Important Investment Terms You Should Know
Plenty of people tell me they'd like to start investing but they feel a little intimidated by all the different products and investment terms investors need to know about. If this sounds familiar, then you're not alone. According to a recent survey, over two-thirds of...
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3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Invest in Individual Stocks; Plus 2 Reasons You Should
Some people ask me if they should invest in individual stocks as opposed to investing in an equity fund, where a portfolio manager is responsible for deciding which stocks to buy, sell, and hold. As with everything, there are advantages and disadvantages of investing...
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Active versus Passive Investing: Which One is Right for You?
In this article, I'm going to clarify the “active versus passive investing” debate. There are strong opinions on both sides of the equation. Let's weigh up the pros and cons of each approach so you can make the investment choice that's right for you. Active versus...
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What’s the Difference Between a Mutual Fund and an ETF?
On the surface, the difference between a mutual fund and an ETF may not seem so significant. But these products serve different needs. In this article, we'll take a look at how both these investment tools work and what considerations you should have before settling on...
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Is it Better to Pay Off Debt or Invest?
People often ask me is it better to pay off debt or invest money for the future. This is a great question. If you have a little a cash left over every month, then what should you do with the money? Should you use it to pay off your debt more quickly by making extra...
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How to save $1000 in 1 month
Have you ever wanted to save a thousand dollars fast? Maybe there's something on your wish list that you really, really want (or need) right now. Or perhaps you're ready to snowball your debt and get your life back. Whatever the reason, Ashley from Budgets Made...
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Stay in the money game using these two hacks
Let’s admit it. Managing your money every day can be a drag. There, I said it. Tracking your income. Monitoring your expenses. Making sure you don’t go over budget and reworking everything if you do. Keeping enough cash in your rainy-day fund. Investing for the...
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Forgive your money mistakes
Money mistakes. We all have them! Even if we’re not always willing to admit it, money mess-ups are part of life. Because we’re not perfect. Because sometimes mistakes happen when you’re learning a new money skill, like planning out the monthly budget or investing for...
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Transform Your Relationship with Money in 10 Simple Steps
Hello! It's the end of the Hebrew month of Elul and just a few days before Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Although Rosh Hashanah is primarily a spiritual holiday, it's also a time when we ask G-d for material blessings for the coming year. That being the case, I...
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36 things you can quit buying now to save more money (and get out of debt faster)
Imagine what it would feel like to save more money every month. Or, maybe this is you - how it would feel to save some money every month! Would you be calmer and feel more relaxed? Will you feel less financial stress and greater money confidence? Would you feel...
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What is Long Term Care Insurance and Why Do You Need It
We're up to the fifth and final article in my insurance series. In this article, I'll answer the question what is long-term care insurance and why you might need it. I'll delve into how it works as well as if and when you should purchase it. For my earlier articles on...
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Debbie Sassen is a financial planner and money coach who helps clients build a healthy and confident relationship with their wealth.
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