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The elderly couple enters the town dance,
And quietly seek a table near the back.
He…
And quietly seek a table near the back.
He…
10 Things to do Differently With Your Money in 2022…
Aug 19, 2022
Dave Ramsey is well known for his program on how to get out of debt and stay out of debt.
10 Personal Finance Rules Schools Don't Teach You
Jul 23, 2022
What did you learn about personal finance in college?
Tender Loving Care of Life
Jul 08, 2022
Renowned business leader Peter Drucker said, “Nothing else distinguishes effective executives as much as…
The Obese Debtor
Jun 19, 2022
Mike Huckabee was one of the Republican contenders for the 2016 presidential race.
Parshat Mishpatim: What the Bible Says About Money…
May 27, 2022
Laws of lending money to the poor as found in Exodus 22:25 state: “If you lend money to my people, to the…
Time Well Spent
May 09, 2022
A lot of people are concerned about their health these days and about the cost of plant-based options to…
Lengthening the Life of Your Ride
Mar 31, 2022
In 1966, Irvin Gordon visited a Volvo showroom in Long Island, New York to test-drive a new car.
Excuses...Excuses...Excuses
Mar 05, 2022
We sometimes make excuses for our shortcomings and human frailties and this failing can be more prominent in…
Don’t Get Scammed
Nov 04, 2021
It is unbelievable what some thieves are up to. We just have to chuckle at the number of strange and weird…
Produce Shopping
Jul 22, 2021
It is nice to have some fresh produce in the house. Trading canned or dried foods in for the fresh versions…
Can Debt Be Immoral?
Jun 13, 2021
A growing number of financial educators and economists are concerned that the number one debt problem in our…
8 Questions to Ask Before Opening an Online Bank Account
May 14, 2021
Are you frustrated with the low yields that your local bank is giving you on your account balances? Many…
Don't be Sorry - Save
May 13, 2021
For those caught in betrayal, the new trend is for them to appear on television and, as sincerely as…
Budgets Don't Count - Or Do They?
Mar 14, 2021
How many times have you said to yourself: I just don't know where all my money goes or I can't seem to make…
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Emotion Based Debt
We need to understand our relationship with money and buying habits to discover any hidden issues that may need improvement.
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Just a few years ago, credit seemed so easy to obtain. You're credit score didn't seem to be that relevant as almost anyone could get a…
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Before you head out the door to buy that car you’ve had your eye on, take a few steps back and ask yourself a few questions:o How are you…
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Planning for a Successful Retirement
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The Basic Steps for Building a Budget
A great way to start living a frugal life is to plan for it. And when it comes to finances, the most important plan is a budget. Setting up…
Identity Theft: A Modern Epidemic
While waiting in line at my bank, I accidently dropped a credit card on the table we were slowly circling. The card rested there for a few…
Digging Out of Debt
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Amazing Financial Facts
1. What percentage of Americans has enough savings to cover an unexpected $500 car repair or a $1,000 emergency room visit?
Teaching Your Children About Money
Teaching children the value of money and financial responsibility is one of the most practical and important lessons children can learn.…
Easy Gain Easy Loss
If you want financial advice the wise King Solomon once said this, “Money that comes easily disappears quickly, but money that is gathered…
Broke But Not Broken
I needed some money for food and stuff. I looked into my "impressive" checking account into which my pay gets automatically deposited and…
Buy Truth and Wisdom - When Spending More Saves More
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How to Pay Off a Mortgage Quickly
Owning a home is a classic American dream.
Oh No! It's Not Taxes Again!
Well, tax time is here again and it strikes fear in the hearts of many Americans.
Don't Let Pleasure Make You Poor
The wise Jewish King Solomon offered some good counsel. “He who loves pleasure will be a poor man; He who loves wine and oil will not be…
Contributing to a 401K Plan
While retirement often seems be just a distant dream for many of us, eventually we all hope to reach a point in our lives when we can leave…
Financial Advice from the Torah for Special Occasion…
We allow know how important it is to live within our means but when special events come up things can be really stressful. Often with rare…
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Restoring a Treasured Tradition
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We all make mistakes. That’s probably not a great revelation to anyone. However, some mistakes can have much bigger ramifications than…
What is a Roth IRA?
A Roth IRA is a special type of individual retirement account (IRA). It was created as part of the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 and provides…
Don't Be Greedy
“He who is greedy for gain troubles his own house, but he who hates bribes will live.” Proverbs 15:27. How do these words of wisdom apply…
Yesterday Matters
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God's Favor Factor
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The Tomorrow Trap
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Little Things Do Count
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Love and Money Part 2
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Love and Money Part 1
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Shopper's Secrets
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Are You Really Saving Money By Using Coupons?
Last year over 3 billion coupons are used, saving consumers approximately $3.7 billion. That seems to be a significant savings, but are you…
Few People Have Adequate Emergency Savings
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FQs for Kids
When I was a teenager, the educators of my day believed that your IQ, or your Intelligent Quotient, was the best measurement of not only…
The Great Estate Debate
It's a fact. Well over half of American adults don't have an estate plan or even a simple will. If you already have a will,…
Money Planning Before Marriage
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If You Are Super Broke - Weddings
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Prayer and Your Finances
While prayer should be an integral part of every aspect of your life, I doubt that many people associate prayer with their personal…
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The Eighth Wonder
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The Obese Debtor
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A Tip for the Super Broke
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Thrifty Lady
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Shoppers Unite
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Tender Loving Care of Life
Renowned business leader Peter Drucker said, “Nothing else distinguishes effective executives as much as their tender loving care of time.”
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Don’t Get Scammed
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Can Debt Be Immoral?
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Don't Let Pleasure Make You Poor
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Little Things Do Count
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Be Wary of - Get Cash in a Flash
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Don't Be Greedy
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8 Questions to Ask Before Opening an Online Bank Account
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Planning for a Successful Retirement
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Don't be Sorry - Save
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Budgets Don't Count - Or Do They?
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Financial Advice from the Torah for Special Occasion…
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Few People Have Adequate Emergency Savings
As you head home from another busy day of work, pause for a moment and consider what you would do if tomorrow you are laid off? What…
Bargains!!! Bargains!?!
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