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Mother’s Day True Tales

Mother’s Day grosses $21.2 billion in consumer spending and it's now the third largest dollar holiday behind Christmas and Valentine’s Day. The top three expenditures are restaurant meals, flowers, and cards, according to the National Retail Federation. But it turns out, moms don’t always want flowers, a cute card, or a meal out with the…

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10 Ways to Make a Budget

While many financial experts recommend making a budget, the fact is that a budget is not a one-size-fits-all phenomenon. Luckily, there are many options for creating a budget, affording you the opportunity to set small goals on the way to making life’s bigger goals. Choose the type of budget that suits your lifestyle, and you have a far greater chance of being successful in following it.