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    Category: Life & Money

    5 Steps to Save Money Fast on a Low Income

    Saving money fast on a low income is a challenging yet achievable goal. By implementing strategic financial practices, you can take control of your finances…

    Dr. Maria James October 8, 2025
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    Which Health Plan Should I Pick for Next Year and Should I Use an HSA or FSA?

    It’s time to make a decision about your health insurance plan. Open enrollment is coming up and you have to decide if you’re going to…

    Dr. Maria James September 18, 2025
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    3 Step Mid-Year Money Check-In: How to Measure Your Progress and Adjust Your Goals

    Have you checked-in on your money? As summer winds down and quarter three kicks into gear, it’s the perfect time to pause and take stock…

    Dr. Maria James July 24, 2025
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    Should I Save, Invest, or Pay Off Debt?

    One of the most common questions in personal finance is whether to save, invest, or pay off debt. Each of these actions has its own…

    Dr. Maria James May 14, 2025
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    How to Budget by Paycheck and Break Free from the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle

    Living paycheck to paycheck can feel like an endless cycle, leaving little room for financial security or long-term goals. However, one powerful method to take…

    Dr. Maria James March 27, 2025
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    3 Key Things to Do About the Latest Social Security Breach

    Your social security number may have been leaked during the massive data breach of the National Public Data company. They conduct background checks. Your contact…

    Dr. Maria James August 23, 2024
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    Best Way to Pay Off Credit Card Debt and Other Loans

    The average adult in the U.S. has credit card debt and multiple other types of loans, yet are unaware of how they truly work and…

    Dr. Maria James July 8, 2024
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    Breaking Down the Numbers: Medical Care and Health Insurance Costs in the US versus the Rest of the World

    A crucial component of healthcare systems across the world is the cost of medical care and health insurance. Let’s analyze the typical expenses in the…

    Dr. Maria James October 13, 2023
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    The What and Why of the Gender Wealth Gap

    What is the Gender Wealth Gap? The racial wage gap has been a major topic of discussion regarding the economic difficulties that women face in…

    Dr. Maria James June 19, 2023
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    Achieving the American Dream Through Financial Literacy Education

    The racial wealth gap is a pervasive and worrying issue in modern society. This refers to the significant disparities between different racial groups, with white…

    Dr. Maria James May 22, 2023
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    • 5 Steps to Save Money Fast on a Low Income
      Saving money fast on a low income is a challenging yet achievable goal. By implementing strategic financial practices, you can take control of your finances and build a more secure future.  I saved $10,000 while earning $23,000. I’m going to walk you through the five steps that will allow you to do it too. We’re…
    • Which Health Plan Should I Pick for Next Year and Should I Use an HSA or FSA?
      It’s time to make a decision about your health insurance plan. Open enrollment is coming up and you have to decide if you’re going to stick with your current plan or pick a new one. There are a lot of things to take into consideration.  Choosing a health insurance plan can feel overwhelming. Premiums, deductibles,…
    • 3 Step Mid-Year Money Check-In: How to Measure Your Progress and Adjust Your Goals
      Have you checked-in on your money? As summer winds down and quarter three kicks into gear, it’s the perfect time to pause and take stock of your finances.  A mid-year financial check-in can help you course-correct, celebrate wins, and align your current efforts with your long-term goals. Whether that’s retiring early, buying a home, funding…
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