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You don’t need a spreadsheet to budget—you need this mindset

People overcomplicate budgeting. They think if they download the right app or color-code a spreadsheet perfectly, they’ll ...
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The Dreamy Town In Minnesota Where You Can Retire On A Budget Of $1,600 A Month

Northfield, Minnesota stands as that rare gem – a place where a modest monthly budget of $1,600 can support not just existence, but a genuinely rich life. This isn’t some remote outpost where ...
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How to Make a 50/30/20 Budget as a New Parent

This popular budgeting method can ensure there's enough money for necessities like child care and savings — plus extras like fun adventures with your baby.

Over 7 in 10 Americans say monthly debt blocks them from saving and building wealth, poll finds. Can these 4 strategies break the cycle?

According to a survey from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), which shared figures with CNBC, a whopping ...

7 in 10 Americans say monthly debt blocks them from saving and building wealth, poll finds — 4 ways to break the cycle

According to a survey from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), which shared figures with CNBC, a whopping 71% of American adults agree that monthly debt gets in the way of building ...

I Need to Free Up $1,000 in My Monthly Budget, and I've Already Given Up Starbucks and Dining Out. What Else Can I Do?

Here are some creative ways to save up to $1,000 a month, even if you feel like you've already made all of the obvious cuts.

Tens of thousands of Americans are being laid off. Try these survival tips if you are one.

Tens of thousands of Americans are losing jobs. It doesn't have to ruin you financially. Here are some survival tips.