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    Tag: personal finance

    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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    Sizzling Summer Fun: Low-Cost Entertainment Ideas for Friends and Family

    When summer arrives, it’s the perfect time to make lasting memories with friends and family. While the idea of summer fun may conjure up images…

    Dr. Maria James July 17, 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 Key Ways to Save Money and a $5 Saving Challenge for Real Results

    We all know we need to save money. However, it can be difficult to stay motivated and actually save money. Many of us end up…

    Dr. Maria James August 17, 2019
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    How to Budget Your Holiday Spending and Keep Your Goals

    I know. I know. We still have five months until the end of the year. However, now is the time to craft your plan to…

    Dr. Maria James August 8, 2019
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    POM028: 19 Personal Finance Mistakes to Leave in 2017

    In this episode I’m going to cover some of the common costly personal finance mistakes people are making. Let’s go over them so you don’t…

    Dr. Maria James December 4, 2017
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      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…
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