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    Category: Save Money

    When Should I Use My Savings

      Have you ever thought, “when should I use my savings?” You hear you should save. Save. Save. Save. However, when do you use those…

    Dr. Maria James June 9, 2016
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    5 Tips to Afford the Services and Items You Want or Need

      Are you familiar with the common phrase when you know better do better? If only it was that easy. Sometimes you know of actions…

    Dr. Maria James March 5, 2015
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    3 Tips to Successfully Achieve Financial Goals Next Year

    Although you may be in a season where you’re spending more money than usual, now is actually a great time to craft your financial plan…

    Dr. Maria James December 4, 2014
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    10 Ways to Make Myself Save More Money

    Saving money can be difficult as you’re usually putting money away for an intangible item, out of sight out of mind problem, for a future…

    Dr. Maria James September 17, 2014
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    A 30 Day Save Money Challenge

    As the mornings get progressively cooler, we know that fall is coming and the holiday season will be coming close on its heels. Many of…

    Dr. Maria James September 10, 2014
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    Money and Life Lessons Learned from Moving

    I STRONGLY dislike moving. I moved every year in college and was happy when I moved into a real apartment. However, I inevitably needed to…

    Dr. Maria James September 3, 2014
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    Saving and Being Money Savvy While Visiting

    The time for college drop offs and last summer vacations is fast approaching. It can be very tempting and seem almost unavoidable to spend a…

    Dr. Maria James August 14, 2014
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    Make The Most Out of Tax Free Weekend

    Here in the U.S., summer is quickly coming to a close. Many great things happen around this time, one of which is Tax Free Weekend.…

    Dr. Maria James July 30, 2014
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    Frugality is Important to Wealth

    Money management requires some discipline. Personal finance is 80% behavior and 20% knowledge, so that behavior needs to include some discipline about spending, saving and…

    Dr. Maria James May 21, 2014
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    Where Should I Put My Emergency Fund?

    Everyone needs an emergency fund. The money you save for a rainy day or unexpected expenses is your emergency fund. Say the windshield cracks, you…

    Dr. Maria James May 14, 2014
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    • Where Is My Money Going? The 4 Major Hidden Leaks High Earners Miss
      Where Is My Money Going? The Hidden Leaks High Earners Miss You’ve been trying to save for six months now. Really trying. You set up automatic transfers. You told yourself, “This is the month.” You cut back on the so-called obvious stuff: fewer dinners out, skipped the expensive vacation, and said no to impulse purchases.…
    • Why Do I Feel Broke Making $100K+? A Quick 3 Part Solution
      Why Do I Feel Broke Making $100K+? You just got your paycheck. Again. The same direct deposit that used to feel like winning the lottery now barely registers. You glance at your checking account balance, do some mental math about what’s already committed, and feel that familiar knot in your stomach. How is there so…
    • 15 Powerful Actions to Transform Your Financial Future This April
      April marks Financial Literacy Month, and a perfect time to take control of your financial future. While many people make New Year’s resolutions that fade by February, spring offers a natural opportunity to reassess and recalibrate your money strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your financial journey, these 15 actionable steps will…
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