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    Category: Life & Money

    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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    7 Mistakes to Avoid while Eliminating Your Debt

    Paying off your debts would be the best option if you are ready to devote yourself to it and make the required sacrifices. Eliminating debt…

    Guest Contributor August 5, 2022
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    Time is NOT money. Time is time. Money is money.

    I’ve heard over and over again that time is money. It is usually stated when people are conveying that you shouldn’t waste your time or…

    Dr. Maria James April 5, 2021
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    POM064: 10 Top Budgeting Mistakes and Questions Explained

    One of the main things that prevents people from consistently budgeting is how they perceive a budget. A budget is often looked that as a…

    Dr. Maria James March 10, 2021
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    • 10 Key Financial Wellness Tips for CEOs: Summary of the ā€œNavigating Employee Financial Stressā€ Series
      Over the past few weeks, the Navigating Employee Financial Stress blog series on Pocket of Money has explored what many executives overlook but every team feels: the hidden toll of financial pressure in the workplace. From data-driven insights to personal stories, we’ve unpacked how financial stress quietly undermines productivity, engagement, and even retention. Now, we’re…
    • 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 benefits, but the best choice often depends on your financial situation, goals, and even your age.  Let’s explore the key financial milestones and conditions that can help you decide which…
    • Part 10: Navigating Employee Financial Stress – A Turning Point
      Chapter 10: A Turning Point Before you start, have you read the previous chapters? Chapter 1: The First Signs of Trouble Chapter 2: A Tough Meeting with Leadership Chapter 3: A Heart-to-Heart with Employees Chapter 4: A Personal Reflection Chapter 5: The Breaking Point – A Key Employee Resigns Chapter 6: Shareholder Pressure Increases Chapter…
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