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How to Make Your Retirement Savings Grow As Fast as Possible

May 23, 2012 by Robby Oakes

Have you started saving for your retirement? When you are young it might seem like a long way away, but in order to save enough money to stop working the earlier you start, the better.

But what if you want to make your retirement savings grow faster and perhaps retire a few years earlier?

Here are some tips that will help you accelerate towards your goal:

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: 401k, Retirement, Savings

Doh! The Biggest Job Interview Mistakes

May 19, 2012 by Robby Oakes

The job interview is one of the most important parts of applying for a job and the first impression that you make in this interaction is mostly what the employer will be basing their decision on.

That is why it is very important that you present yourself professionally in your job interview so that you can really impress the employer.

However, there are a few major mistakes that many people make in job interviews that can really damage their chances of getting hired.

If you have ever not been called back after a job interview you might want to ask yourself if you have committed any of these blunders and how you can avoid them in the future:

Filed Under: Personal Development Tagged With: Blunders, Hiring, Interview, job, Mistakes

Celebrating Armed Forces Day

May 18, 2012 by Robby Oakes

What have you got planned to celebrate Armed Forces Day this year?

This year’s Armed Forces Day falls on Saturday, May 19th.
What is Armed Forces Day?

Armed Forces Day is a holiday which celebrates the service and sacrifice of members of the military.

In the USA, Armed Forces Day is always held on the 3rd Saturday of the month of May.

It usually falls at the end of Armed Forces Week which occurs between the second Saturday and the third Sunday in May.

Filed Under: National Holiday Tagged With: Armed Forces, Holiday, Patriotism, Thanks, Troops

Don’t Make These Financial Mistakes When Buying a Home

May 16, 2012 by Robby Oakes

Owning a home is a very important milestone in life and for most people it is the largest purchase that they will ever make.

Many first time home buyers are so eager to move into their new property that they overlook the fine print and details and make some mistakes.

Buying a home is a complicated process and there are many things to keep in mind when you are making these important decisions.

Here are a few financial mistakes to avoid when buying your home:

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: Budget, Down Payment, Home Purchase, Savings

House on Fire! Easy Tips to Save You Money on Home Insurance

May 14, 2012 by Robby Oakes

Earthquakes, windstorms, rain damage, flooding, falling trees, vandalism, burglary… there are many things which could possibly happen to cause damage to your home.

This is why homeowner’s insurance is important, so that you can be protected in these unfortunate events.

However, home insurance doesn’t have to be as expensive as you might think.

There are a few ways that you can reduce the cost of this insurance and protect your home for less.

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: budgeting, Discounts, Home Insurance, Homeowner's Insurance

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