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Does Mo’ Money Really Mean Mo’ Problems? Answering the Age Old Question

I propose that, today, we examine the question posed back in 1997: Does more money really mean more problems? Now, Biggie Smalls was worried about different things when writing this song, so it seems silly to consider the topic, but

Mind Your Own Business: Teen Edition

With summer coming up, I thought I would take the chance to talk about something that may help you have a pretty great break. Now, when I first tell you my idea you’re going to think that I am a

In the World of Mules There Are No Rules

Roll of money on top of block letters that spell out scam

What comes to mind when someone says the word “mule”? For some, it might be a loaded down pack animal a la gold rush era, 1849. Circa 2020’s we have miniature mules, a cute cuddly animal that’s trending as a

How to Steer Clear of Predatory Lenders

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The dictionary defines predatory lending as any lending practice that imposes unfair and abusive loan terms on borrowers. So, how can you identify a predatory lender from your friendly neighborhood lender? Here are some things to look out for: HIGH

Steps to a Golden Retirement: The 401(k) Plan

Customer – “I have no savings, a mountain of bills but I want to retire as soon possible. Can you still help me plan for retirement?” Financial Professional – “Absolutely! I can create a successful retirement plan regardless of your

Cheap and Easy Meals: College Edition

If you are a college student like me, you will take all the advice about saving money you can get. Not to fret, I’m here to tackle the topic of food savings with some inexpensive meals I have made in

Helping Kiddos Get Good Credit

I want to do as much as I can to get my generation started off on the right foot. Maybe one day, Gen Z can be known as the generation of good credit scores. And, money management is an important

New Year’s Resolutions: Add financial goals to your list

The new year always brings an exciting list of goals we hope to obtain. While going to the gym and self-improvement are great goals to have, setting financial goals will help change your life for the better! Read along to

Pre-approval vs Pre-qualification: What do I need?

Generally speaking, many people use these terms interchangeably to mean the same thing: that you’re going to the bank BEFORE you get a loan to find out if you’re likely to get the loan after you find a home. But

Pandemic is Winding Down, What’s Next?

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We’re not necessarily out of the woods when it comes to the Pandemic of 2020, and “things” definitely seem to be on the mend. But, even so, there’s still general uncertainty surrounding what happens next and where we go from

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