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Lost in Translation

When I was a child, I didn't know it, but a lot of cartoon humor was over my head. In fact, much of it was indeed crafted for adults. Bullwinkle, Tom and Jerry, Bugs Bunny, etc. Charlie...

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The Perfect Size for your Emergency Fund

Step 1: $1000 in the bank. Check! Step 2: Debt Snowball. Check! Step 3: 3- to 6-month fully funded Emergency Fund... Categorize Expenses To determine how much should be saved in your...

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Debt Snowball and Gazelling

Everyone knows the best way to remove a Band-Aid, right? Of course, just rip it off! Fast! That's the principal behind "Gazelle Intensity" described by Dave Ramsey in The Total Money Makeover. And...

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One Step Away from Your First Big Milestone

Every journey begins with a first step. But taking that first step can involve some trepidation. That's because there is fear about starting something new with an uncertain outcome. The Total...

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What to Do With Your Refund

So you did it. You've completed your tax returns. Now you're getting a refund, and it's burning a hole in your pocket. But is there a best way to divvy up your "windfall?" Don't be too...

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Is All Debt Really Bad?

Good debt? Bad debt? Is there really a difference? It depends on who you talk to. Today, I'll talk about these two classifications of debt and more specifically, the two schools of thought of...

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About the Author

Hey, there. I'm Mark... I teach statistics and personal finance to high school and college students. I'm also a Ramsey Solutions Master Financial Coach. I create content about financial education... things like: budgeting, investing, and eliminating consumer debt.

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