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What is Good Debt and Why it’s Important?

by Kristen Kuchar April 29, 2013

Debt is often associated with stress, bad financial decisions, and takes on a negative meaning. But in reality, some types of debt can be good. In fact, good debt is often vital for a healthy financial situation. There are two reasons why something would be good debt. Here’s why: The Debt Can Result In A [...]

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5 Ways To Spend Less on Fido

by Vanessa Santilli April 24, 2013

It’s great to shower your dog with affection. But when that affection takes the form of expensive treats and frequent visits to the vet, it can take a toll on your wallet. Moneris Solutions Corporation, Canada’s largest credit and debit processor, announced in April that Canadian spending increased by 3.31 per cent during the first [...]

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7 Cheap and Free Ways to Advertise Your Home Business

by Craig Donofrio April 23, 2013

Getting the word out about your business doesn’t mean you have to spend hundreds on social media gurus or buy advertising on local networks. There are a number of ways to direct attention to your services that will cost you little or nothing. Use these tips to find yourself some free or cheap promotion: 1. [...]

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5 Tips for Working Smarter Rather than Harder

by Miranda April 22, 2013

While working hard can help you make more money, you don’t always need to work harder. Sometimes, you can get more done, and boost your income, by working smarter. There’s no reason to work extra hard to earn just a little bit more. Here are 5 tips for working smarter: 1. Know When You’re Most Productive [...]

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The Emotional Effects of Debt and How to Deal

by Kristen Kuchar April 18, 2013

Debt can send out finances into a downward spiral fast. But besides being detrimental to our finances, there is also a strong emotional aspect to debt. Denial Often with overwhelming debt, people choose not to even deal with it. They let bills pile up and may not even realize how much they owe and try [...]

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Winning Ways to Structure a Working Vacation

by Myscha Theriault April 16, 2013

Dying to get away, but just can’t break completely free of work? Consider these winning ways to structure a working vacation. Position: I’ve gone on record before about the need for a standing desk and how to build one. Getting your work done from a standing position while traveling though is a different story, particularly [...]

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5 Reasons Not to Cancel Your Credit Card

by Miranda April 15, 2013

It’s exciting to pay off debt. As you pay off credit cards, you enjoy that feeling of becoming financially free. But before you get so excited that you cancel your credit card, you need to take a step back. Is it really in your best interest to cancel your credit card? Here are 5 reasons [...]

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6 Things Not to Do When Starting a Home Business

by Craig Donofrio April 11, 2013

The perks of having a home business go beyond walking to work in your pajamas: you’re your own boss and you set your own hours. But there a lot of pitfalls, too, especially when you just start out. When you’re running your own company, it’s important to keep an eye on everything and keep a [...]

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Earth Day Tips: 5 Easy Ways to Reduce, Reuse & Save Money

by Guest April 10, 2013

Though Earth Day is a few weeks away, the start of spring is a great time to evaluate your daily habits and determine opportunities to reduce, reuse and recycle. In addition to a greener, cleaner lifestyle, this analysis also results in financial savings. Careful examination forces you to consider simpler, more resourceful approaches to everyday [...]

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Fun Spring Crafts You Can Make for a Song

by Myscha Theriault April 9, 2013

When the weather gets warm, a fun way to spend the day is set up in the back yard and create some spring crafts. Whether you are going for a light sewing project or creating your own garden art, there are plenty of affordable projects you can use to entertain yourself and the kids. Here [...]

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Tips for Vetting a Work from Home “Opportunity”

by Miranda April 8, 2013

Working from home is a dream for many. After all, what’s better than sleeping in, and then getting up to do work in your pajamas? You can set your own schedule, and make good money. While this can be true, the reality is often that you need to be careful about the work from home “opportunity” you [...]

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