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November 19, 2017
Money Matters: School Allowance and Money Management
It’s easier to teach your kids how to save and invest if they understand the value of money.
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November 19, 2017
Budgeting for Freelancers
For freelancers, financial security is a priority. With no fixed monthly income, cash flow is hard to determine. In the absence of an employer, benefits and retirement packages must come from their own pockets.
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November 19, 2017
The 16-M Secret of Starting Over Again
Beyond the box-office success of Starting Over Again is an insightful lesson in finances. Remember the sequence where Marco (Piolo Pascual) was talking to his fiancee, Patty (Iza Calzado), then a computation of his investment - which he used to open his dream restaurant - flashed on the screen? Is it something close to reality or is it just a case of movie magic? Here’s the deal.
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November 19, 2017
The 50-30-20 Rule
Forget every piece of money advice you've ever heard. When it comes to personal finance, there's only one thing you need to know: the 50-30-20 rule. I didn't come up with it, in case you're wondering. But I wish I did. It's bloody brilliant.
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November 19, 2017
The YOLO Manifesto of a (Late) Twentysomething
Does YOLO have an age limit? For those of us who are beyond the acceptable age of YOLO, what can it mean? Will it still involve heights, a huge price tag, adrenaline, and maybe a speeding vehicle or copious amounts of alcohol?
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November 19, 2017
Five simple ways to understand money better
Personal Finance. Investments. Inflation. These are big words for most, but when you look at them in a different light, you’ll see that they can be learned in a few simple ways.
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November 19, 2017
A Tip on Cleaning and a Lesson on Sharing
Whenever I see my son being generous to other kids with his food or toys, or confidently expressing himself, I like to think that our efforts are paying off: we’ve taught him about sharing, without making him feel deprived, and that his opinion is valued.
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November 19, 2017
Stay Physically Fit Without Busting Your Budget
Living a healthy life and engaging in physical activities need not break the bank. Here are ways to get physically fit without spending too much.
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November 19, 2017
Are You Naughty or Nice (to Your Money)?
Christmas is the season of giving. But when it comes to playing Santa, in which list do you belong? Are you naughty or nice? Let's find out and check it twice.
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November 19, 2017
Brighter Home, Brighter Life
How do we make someone, ourselves or another, look forward to come home? Here are a few tips for a better and brighter home.
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