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    Tag: personal finance

    Should I Use a Payment Plan for My Plane Ticket?

    I’ve seen a number of articles announcing that you can now pay for your airline tickets using a payment plan. I’ve been people exclaim “awesome,…

    Dr. Maria James August 30, 2016
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    5 Item Checklist for Your Personal Finance Mid-Year Checkup

    It’s that time of year again, for your personal finance mid-year checkup. Financial progress is a long-term endeavor. Every day, month, and year you make…

    Dr. Maria James July 28, 2016
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    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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    7 Tips to Pay Off Your Mountain of Student Loan Debt

    You have a mountain of student loan debt and are frustrated. Maybe a bit overwhelmed? Trying to determine how in the world to pay it…

    Dr. Maria James February 24, 2016
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    Top Personal Finance Myths Debunked

    As The Money Scientist, of course people talk personal and business finance with me all the time. I get to hear people brag about great…

    Dr. Maria James January 18, 2016
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    Do I Need An IRA?

    I’ve had many people ask do I need an IRA? So many individuals don’t know what an IRA really is and why they need one.…

    Dr. Maria James December 22, 2015
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    Expert You Should Know Marsha Barnes

    The Acceleration Bay contains advice from experts and entrepreneurs you should know if you don’t already. Accelerate your money, career and business.   Marsha Horton-Barnes,…

    Dr. Maria James December 16, 2015
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    5 End of The Year Tax Tips

    Now is the time to save on taxes before the end of the year. Owe, just right, or refund. That’s the game for taxes. We…

    Dr. Maria James November 24, 2015
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    Do I Need Life Insurance

    We have a special guest post by insurance expert Constance Craig. Read below to get the information you need to know about life insurance. What…

    Dr. Maria James November 2, 2015
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    How to Buy a Used Car: Beginner’s Guide

    I’m thinking about buying a used car and I had no idea where to start. Total beginner here. No clue what to look for, where…

    Dr. Maria James October 17, 2015
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      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…
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