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Gimmie Gimmie
As a kid, I loved the Berenstein Bears books. One of my favorites was The Berenstein Bears Get the Gimmies, which tells the tale of how the bear kiddos overcome the greedy little habit of wanting everything they can get their paws on.
Need It Now: Penalty-free IRA withdrawals
Individual retirement arrangements (IRAs) are a great way to stash money for retirement. They can also be a lifesaver when unexpected expenses arise.
Recession Halts Spending? Not For Halloween
No American is a stranger to the recession. Jobs and businesses are dying, the economy is flat lining. It seems the dead are walking the earth even before All Hallow's Eve. Stranger than the nation's frightful economy, however, are its inhabitants bleeding their bank accounts for the upcoming holiday… Halloween.
Tending An IRA: Don't neglect your investments
Managing your investments is just as important as starting them. Here are some helpful tips.
The Cost Of A Kid: Adding up 18 years of parenting
Let's be honest, having and raising a child is an opportunity to shape the next generation and is one of the most selfless acts you can commit. But raising a child is also a huge financial responsibility--expect to shell out $10,000 just in the first year.
Save Or Spend: Using your money wisely
You might think that spending is more important than ever. But as saving rates creep higher after hitting historic lows, is common sense telling us that we should build a nest egg instead of buying a home?
