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What you Need to do Before a Recession Hits

If you were around in 2008, you might remember what happened the last time a recession hit. A lot of people lost their jobs and unemployment soared,...

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How to Beat Financial Burnout

When most people talk about burnout, they’re usually referring to their jobs. However, burnout doesn’t just happen due to job-related stress....

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Life Hacks to Make Returning to the Office Easier

During the pandemic, a lot of people were introduced to the joys, and the agonies, of working from home. Some people thrived while others struggled,...

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The College Student's Low-Stress Guide to Mastering Personal Finances

If you’re going to college, you won’t be surprised to learn that you’ll be learning a lot, from academic coursework to how to live on your own. One...

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How to Reduce Financial Stress in 4 Steps

Financial stress in Olmsted County is skyrocketing, according to a recent report put out by the Olmsted County Community Health Improvement Plan. One...

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5 Ways to Save When Hosting a Barbecue

At first glance, you wouldn’t think that barbecues are the place to get ahead financially. After all, barbecues are supposed to be a time to have...

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What is Escrow on a Mortgage?

Some financial terms are easy to understand, like “money” or “savings account.” Other terms, though, can be a bit harder to understand, like...

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How to Nail Adulting After College in 5 Steps

If you’ve just graduated from college, the odds are good you’re feeling equal parts exhilaration and terror. That’s understandable. Adulting isn’t...

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Financial Steps you Must Take Before Baby is Born

Having a new baby is exciting, but any parent will tell you it's also a little scary. This is a life-changing event, and there’s a lot you and your...

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5 Steps to Take When you Get a Large Medical Bill

In 21st century America, there may be no scarier words than “I have to go to the hospital.” This isn’t only because you might have a serious medical...

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