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American Express Bank Savings Review: High Yield Savings Account

American Express has been around for 160+ years, has one of the most recognizable brands in the world and now savings accounts as well!

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Are You In A Position To Help Others?

April 14, 2011

As you read scripture, you probably notice injunctions to help the poor, widows, orphans and other unfortunates. I believe that one of the reasons that God blesses some of us with resources is so that we can help others. When we properly manage our finances, and do well with the stewardship given us, we put [...]

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7 Important Uses For Crude Oil And Why It Matters

April 12, 2011

Oil fuels our cars, trucks, and planes. However, there are a myriad of uses for crude oil that affect our lives. Buying a hybrid may not solve our problems.

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Is Homeownership A Right?

April 11, 2011

Has home ownership gone from being a privilege for those who work hard and save up, to becoming a right for everyone?

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The Tax Filing Deadline Is Fast Approaching: Last Minute TurboTax Giveaway (And Post Roundup)

April 8, 2011

The tax filing deadline is fast approaching, and it’s time to get moving on filing your taxes. Monday we’ll be giving away codes for free filing with TurboTax!

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Handy List Of Common Tax Deductions

April 8, 2011

We’re getting close to the time of year in which we have to file our personal taxes. Every year there are itemized deductions that are overlooked which can lower your taxable income. You certainly don’t want to pay more taxes than you owe, so it’s a good idea to make sure you’ve deducted everything you [...]

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What Motivates You The Most?

April 7, 2011

When we understand what motivates us the most, we can perform better financially, physically, and relationally. So What motivates you?

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Credit Karma: Get Your Credit Score For Free

April 6, 2011

The Fair Credit Reporting Act was legislation that put in place consumer friendly credit practices, including allowing consumers to obtain one free copy of their credit report each year from each of the three major reporting agencies. The three agencies include TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. While you get your credit report for free, getting your [...]

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Lending Club Update: Returns Increasing Above 10% As Higher Risk Loans Stay Current

April 5, 2011

My Lending Club returns have continued to improve since I started adding higher risk loans for people with lower credit scores, but good jobs and income.

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So Many Retirement Account Options, So Little Time (And Post Roundup)

April 4, 2011

Over the last couple of months I’ve been reading up on a lot of different investment account option choices – everything from discount online brokers to mutual fund companies and everything in-between. There are so many options out there that it can be easy to be overwhelmed with all the choices, and to just not [...]

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4 Ways In Which We Are Typically Overinsured

April 4, 2011

The average American is extremely focused on financial safety and protection through insurance. The thing is, many of us are overinsured!

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TradeKing Review: Discount Online Brokerage

April 1, 2011

Over the past few years TradeKing has become one of the most awarded discount online brokerages because of their great customer service and low fees. Details here.

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Should You Give Directly To The Poor?

March 31, 2011

Studying the Word of God will shape our hearts and align our thoughts with His when it comes to giving, and our reluctance to give at times.

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Betterment.com Review: Easy Investing For Busy People

March 29, 2011

Betterment is an online brokerage that allow you to hold stocks and bonds as investments and automatically invest and allocate according to your risk tolerance.

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