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How to Negotiate the Price of Appliances

How to Negotiate the Price of Appliances

If you find yourself in the market for new appliances, you may be surprised at two things: the selection and the cost. On the plus side, there are a variety of models to choose from. Conversely, it seems that the cost of appliances continues to rise with each passing year. No matter what you think about the price, it’s good practice to negotiate with the store before making a purchase. This is easier said than done,...

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Don’t Make These Job Search Mistakes in 2017

Don’t Make These Job Search Mistakes in 2017

There are many ways to search for a new job in 2017. There are also many mistakes you can make that will stop you dead in your tracks. Here are five mistakes to avoid at all costs: 1. Applying to Every Open Position No matter how interested you are in finding a new job, don’t slip into the trap of applying for every open position you come across. Not only is this a waste of time...

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What to Do When Your Bills Keep Going Up

What to Do When Your Bills Keep Going Up

It feels like certain bills go up every year, but when your income doesn’t increase at the same rate, it can be stressful trying to juggle bills and make ends meet. It may take more than one strategy to continue to make your finances work. Make sure you’re not being overcharged. Many of us glance over our billing statements and simply pay the amount due. With so many bills due each month, it’s hard to pay...

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7 Tips to Overcome Your Obstacles to Saving

7 Tips to Overcome Your Obstacles to Saving

Knowing the benefits of saving money doesn’t make it any easier to keep up a regular savings habit. From not having enough money to unexpected expenses, there are always things that keep you from saving. Reach your savings goals means knowing how to get around hurdles. Here are some tips for overcoming obstacles for saving money. Prepare for short-term expenses. Urgent, short-term expenses can distract you from long-term savings goals. You must figure out a way to...

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3 Steps to Take Before Starting a Business in 2017

3 Steps to Take Before Starting a Business in 2017

There is no better feeling than the start of a new year. Once the calendar turns, you’ll feel like there’s nothing you can’t do. Are you intrigued by the idea of starting a business in 2017? If you find yourself thinking about this, here are three important steps to take in the near future: 1. Answer Key Questions What are you trying to accomplish with your new business? What reasons do you have to believe that...

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How to Handle Holiday Debt in the New Year

How to Handle Holiday Debt in the New Year

You gave it your best effort, but when the holiday season finally came to an end you realized one thing to be true: you took on debt. This can come in many forms, including but not limited to credit card debt and store credit card debt. As the calendar turns to the new year, you’ll find that this debt isn’t going away on its own. Just because the holidays are over doesn’t mean that your debt...

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Top Tips for Negotiating a Better Cell Phone Plan

Top Tips for Negotiating a Better Cell Phone Plan

With each passing year, it seems that cell phone plans change for the worse. While the company is the big winner, the consumer finds it difficult to get the service they need at an affordable price. Does this sound familiar? If you find yourself in this position, here are several tips you can follow to negotiate a better plan: 1. Get on the Phone As tempted as you may be to visit a local store, this...

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7 Useful Financial Goals to Set for 2017

7 Useful Financial Goals to Set for 2017

With 2016 coming to an end soon enough, now’s the time to turn your attention to the new year. This means many things in regards to your finances. For example, have you yet to set any financial goals for 2017? If you need a push in the right direction, here are seven financial goals you may want to chase after: 1. Ask for a Raise You don’t control your own destiny with this one, but it’s...

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Extra Cash for Holiday Gifting and Other Benefits of Online Grocery Shopping

Extra Cash for Holiday Gifting and Other Benefits of Online Grocery Shopping

I may never set foot in a grocery store again. Yes, I know. Never is probably not realistic, especially when it comes to buying food, one of life’s absolute necessities. So I wax a little hyperbolic. Forgive me. I have finally been relieved of one of my most loathed housekeeping chores and I am just so flipping excited! Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, I will only ever have to darken the doorways of any...

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8 Signs It's Time To Change Your Financial Habits

8 Signs It's Time To Change Your Financial Habits

We all makes money mistakes from time to time. The most financially successful people learn from these mistakes and are careful not to repeat them. Unfortunately, it's also easy to fall into a trap of repeating mistakes and allowing them to become bad habits. If you’ve been struggling financially or feel like you’re not reaching your goals, you may need to change your financial habits. Here’s how you can tell. 1. You don’t know how much...

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