3 Things Keeping You in Debt
Yahoo Finance - Mon, Sep 30, 2013 1:46 PM EDTAuthor Kate Northrup discusses three emotional setbacks she believes keep many Americans in debt. More »3 Things Keeping You in Debt
Author Kate Northrup discusses three emotional setbacks she believes keep many Americans in debt. More »3 Things Keeping You in Debt
A new survey details the four money mindsets of American consumers when it comes to financial planning. Which one are you? More »4 Money Mindsets: Which Is Yours?
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According to recent data, Iowans carry the lowest average credit card balance per consumer in the U.S. Here are the 9 additional top states with low debt. More »The Most Debt-Free States in America
A new study illustrates how the shift from pensions to individual savings accounts has affected retirees. More »Study: 401(k) Retirement Plans Failing Most Workers
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A recent move by a high-end Japanese eatery in New York to prohibit customers from leaving gratuities is prompting discussion about whether the no-tip movement could reach, well, a tipping point. More »The End of Restaurant Tipping?
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Throwing a wedding costs a fortune. Going to one isn’t a bargain either. As guests struggle to afford to attend, the bride and the groom both could end up left at the altar, a new survey suggests. More »Weddings Get Too Costly — for Guests
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The young entertainment mogul opens up about rejection, marriage to a mega-breadwinning wife, and his biggest financial regret. More »Nick Cannon: I Gotta Make That Mariah Paper!
As a financial advisor, I have spent many years helping other people overcome financial stumbling blocks so they can become rich. Ironically, the one person I have had the most trouble helping is myself.... More »10 Reasons You’re Not Rich Yet
While there are many actions that you can take to get out of debt, there is only one overarching secret to it -- the break it down into manageable actions. More »How to Get Out of Debt: The Real Secret
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Meet Mr. Money Mustache. By age 32 he’d amassed enough in cash and investments to retire early. Find out how he did it. More »How I Retired at 30
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