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Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Debt

Posted on March 9th, 2012 by Bob

Once upon a time there lived a little girl who was loved so dearly, and it could be seen very clearly. Her name was Little Red Riding Hood, a girl so sweet and so good. Her parents gave her all the best, but did they truly prepare her for her first big test? She was popular and had many a friend, but unfortunately did not learn how to wisely save and spend.

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5 Tips to Avoid Holiday Debt and Overspending

Posted on December 8th, 2011 by Bob

Ever hear the expression “post holiday hang over?” That’s what it feels like when we open up our January credit card statement. With a little planning and creativeness, we all can avoid holiday debt and the post holiday blues and don’t forget to include your kids in the process. Here are our 5 tips for a truly money-smart holiday season:

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“Deficit” vs. “Debt”

Posted on October 27th, 2011 by Bob

With the national debt currently at $14.9 trillion, we hear a lot of talk about reducing our national deficit. My teen posed a question while watching a recent debate as to what the difference was between debt and deficit. Here’s a very simple explanation.

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