MyBankTracker Blog - Page 35

10 Ways to Cut Down on Summer Energy Costs
Easily cut summer energy costs with these quick fixes and long-term maintenance measures.
From Tow Truck Drivers to Gardeners: How Much Should You Tip?
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Gerald Morales
From Tow Truck Drivers to Gardeners: How Much Should You Tip?
You know you should tip your waiter, but what about your landlord's...
Closing On My Foreclosure Dream Home
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Shirley Pulawski
Closing On My Foreclosure Dream Home
The closing process on a foreclosure home is different than closing on...
Finding My Dream Foreclosure House
How I found and bought a nice fixer-upper DIY house on foreclosure and later sold it for a profit. How to buy a cheap foreclosure and make money.
From Limes to Beef: What You’re Paying More for, Right Now
What are you paying more for in 2014? A look at 5 things that have increased in price and an analysis of what we predicted would increase earlier this year.
5 Steps to Retire Debt-Free
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Daryl Paranada
5 Steps to Retire Debt-Free
Retiring without debt is a worthwhile goal, but a difficult one to...
7 Ways to Give Back When Traveling
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Daryl Paranada
7 Ways to Give Back When Traveling
Traveling is an eye-opening experience and a privilege for many people. Here...
Maximize a College Visit: 10 Tips
Before committing thousands of dollars to one college, it’s important to get a feel for its campus. Follow these tips to make your college visit worthwhile.
Manage Your Financial Records With These 4 Steps
Keeping your important documents organized is essential. But how do you know what to keep and for how long? Follow these tips to help.
Value vs. Growth Investing: Which Is Better for You?
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Gerald Morales
Value vs. Growth Investing: Which Is Better for You?
Understanding value investing vs growth investing can help you diversify your portfolio...
6 Ways You Are Missing Out on Free Money
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Katherine Muniz
6 Ways You Are Missing Out on Free Money
It's difficult to check whether you're doing everything right financially, but much...
How to Determine Your Risk Tolerance for Investing
Learn how to determine your risk tolerance when it comes to your investment strategy -- ultimately, to build a portfolio that you're comfortable with.
Planning Future Healthcare Costs for Retirees
Planning future healthcare costs for retirement is an essential part of aging. Read on to learn more and determine what you might be able to do about it.
How Foreigners Can Start the Home Buying Process Today
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Gerald Morales
How Foreigners Can Start the Home Buying Process Today
A foreign home buyer in the United States can obtain a home...
Workers Rights: What To Know About Overtime, Permatemping and More
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Daryl Paranada
Workers Rights: What To Know About Overtime, Permatemping and More
Wage theft happens when an employer doesn’t legally pay a worker all...
A Guide On Product Recalls: Where to Check and What to Do
Hundreds of recalls occur annually. Follow these tips to find out where to get information about recalls and what you can do if your item's been recalled.
Tips to Avoid a Tax Audit by the IRS
Tips on how to properly prepare your taxes to avoid being audited by the IRS. How to avoid setting off common red flags and triggers for tax audits.
Shopaholics: Mental Tips to Stop Overspending
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Shirley Pulawski
Shopaholics: Mental Tips to Stop Overspending
Credit card tips and strategies to learn how to save money and...
Bank Branches: Not Going Anywhere, Anytime Soon
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Katherine Muniz
Bank Branches: Not Going Anywhere, Anytime Soon
There are several reasons for why bank branches aren't going anywhere, including...
Have You Saved Enough for College? Find Out More About Scholarships
Students should remember to take a look at scholarships for college so that they can find a way to cover the cost of education.
5 Money Hacks to Cut Shopping Costs and Bills
Must-know money hacks to help you save money and help you get the most out of your dollar.
6 Steps to Achieving Financial Independence
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Katherine Muniz
6 Steps to Achieving Financial Independence
Financial advice on on achieving financial independence, what you'll need before you...
Beating Out Cash Buyers When Shopping for a Home
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Erik Neilson
Beating Out Cash Buyers When Shopping for a Home
Competing with cash buyers when shopping for a home can be difficult....
House Hunting? Try Before You Buy
If you're house hunting, try before you buy has become a new way to get people to appreciate a home. Learn how this works and if you'd like to do it.
Parents: Save for Primary Education Costs, Not Just College
Parents can save money to send their child to private school, religious school, and boarding schools with a Coverdell ESA plan; the child can spend tax-free
5 Free Tax Return Preparation Methods Available to You
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Simon Zhen
5 Free Tax Return Preparation Methods Available to You
Free tax return preparation is available to many American taxpayers - see...
How to Prepare Your Finances for a New Baby
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Shirley Pulawski
How to Prepare Your Finances for a New Baby
how to budget and plan personal and family finances for a new...
5 Features You Should Avoid When Buying a Home
Buying a home can be a frustrating process, especially considering the different features you might run into. Here are five that you should avoid.
Is Renting in Retirement Ever a Good Idea?
When is renting in retirement a good idea? How smart is it for a retiree to rent a house or apartment instead of buying? Compare renting vs. owning a home.