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It’s National Dollar Day and what better way to celebrate than to make financial decisions that help youget the most out of your dollar. Skip the expensive champagne and celebrate your smart money decisions by setting a new financial goal. Whether...

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Are you spending too much money on car insurance? Check out what the average American spends and learn new ways you can reduce your own.   Click on “Launch Infographic” for an expanded view.

Summer is here and with it comes lots of sun and relentless heat. It’s only natural to want to stay as cool as possible, but unfortunately, most of us don’t have the money to spend blasting the AC all summer...

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There’s nothing like the combination of outdoor cooking and perfect weather to make any summer complete. From America’s favorite BBQ foods to the world’s largest BBQ competition, the following infographic explores BBQs across America, and will ensure you’re ready to...

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Some form of currency has been around for nearly as long as people have walked the earth. From bartering, to trading cattle, to swapping Bitcoins, the following infographic explores the evolution of money. Click on “Launch Infographic” for an expanded...

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In honor of National Bike Month this May, let’s take a look at how cycling benefits your wallet, time, and community. We’ll explore the rise of bike commuting as a transportation alternative and learn why bike share programs are sprouting...

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Today’s schools are starting kids earlier in just about every department: math, science, literature, languages, and so many more. The idea here is that, since children soak up knowledge faster and more readily than adults, it’s best to get the...

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Every mother is a working mother. But did you know that mothers who work outside the home make up 15% of all US workers? From breadwinners to part-time workers and everything in between, the following infographic explores the lives of...

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For many people, spending money is almost a passive activity. It requires little thought or effort. Often times, it’s the quick and easy fix. Working within a budget actually requires far more thought and creativity, and picking out a mother’s...

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I’ve been so focused on (and some might say stressed out by) my family’s new budget that I only just started to realize how it’s affecting us in a way I never expected. Little by little, our budget is making...

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