I have some money in the bank, so I don’t need an extra fund for emergencies. Sound familiar? Just because you have some money somewhere does not mean you are prepared for an unexpected event. “More than half of Americans (or 51 percent) have...
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It’s the New Year, and boy did time fly! With all the resolutions you may be setting, we wanted to add one more to your list if you haven’t already – finances. 2022 can be your year to focus on your finances which can go several different...
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