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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

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

Tips for Saving Money on Life Insurance

May 9, 2012 by Robby Oakes

If you were to die tomorrow, would your spouse and your children have enough money to take care of themselves?

Life insurance is designed to help provide financial security to your loved ones after you pass away. The policy will cover your funeral costs, as well as setting aside money for your family to support them after you are gone.

Life insurance is especially important if you are the main breadwinner for the family.

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: finance, Insurance, Life Insurance, Security

Are You Sabotaging Your Own Budget?

May 2, 2012 by Robby Oakes

You’ve tried to make a budget and stick to it, recording your expenses and income on a spreadsheet and keeping track of your spending. However, you still seem to always end up with more month than money.

Where does it all go and what are you missing?

Budgets are not easy to keep and there are many things that you could be doing which are unintentionally ruining your best laid plans. Here are a few of the top things which can get in the way of your goal to save money:

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: Budget, money, personal finance, saving money

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