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Tips for Using Your Debit Card
Everyone I know uses a debit card, and it's been that way for quite some time. I've heard tales of some people who are still holding out and using personal checks and cash only, but debit cards have definitely caught on for the most part.
Here are a few handy tips and things to consider that will make you feel more informed and confident at the cash register.
Tough Stuff: Buy vs. Rent
If home ownership is a personal goal for you, then you and I have something in common! I'm excited for the day that I have a home sweet home, and I am constantly thinking about what it will take financially to get there. Here are some questions we should all ask ourselves and steps we should take in deciding to take the leap from renters to owners.
Savvy Solution: How Much Should You Save For Retirement?
As fabulous Savvy readers, you probably know by now that retirement is one of my most talked about topics. Maybe you even have dreams about retirement accounts like I do (sad, but true). Exactly how much should you be aiming to save to be golden in your golden years?
Do You Know How to Get Your Save on?
This often underutilized element of saving has been called the eighth wonder of the world. Albert Einstein is rumored to have said it's one of the most powerful forces in the universe. Can you guess what type of interest this praise is describing?
Should Marriage Mean Combining Finances?
There are two questions I hear most when people find out I’m engaged: Am I going to take his last name, and how are we going to handle our finances? The second question is an important one for couples to consider when getting married, though don’t you think it’s funny that this is one of the only times other people don’t consider money talk to be taboo?
There’s no right answer in terms of whether or not a couple should combine their finances; the real answer is to do what’s right for you and your unique situation.
Make a Savvier Savings Strategy
Saving money is a means to getting the things you want in life — whether it be a tropical vacation, a new lust-worthy bag, or maybe even early retirement! Developing a savings plan takes the burden off of saving and turns the seemingly impossible into possibilities. Here are some tips to get you started.
Let Your Savings Do the Work
You work hard for your money. Did you know your money can work hard for you, too? Your savings can grow with a savings account with a great interest rate, so you can afford to pile on a few fancy accessories?!
Welcome Washington Mutual!
I am sure you have noticed the fun banner ads and advertorials from WaMu that we have been running since our launch last Monday. I wanted to take a moment to introduce WaMu as our launch sponsor and thank them for allowing us to bring you SavvySugar sooner. WaMu wanted to support the launch of Savvy because they love the idea of a site aimed at women that empowers them to live healthy financial lives.
Finding a Bank That Meets Your Needs
If your banking experience so far hasn't exactly been a day at the beach, it might be because you’re working with the wrong bank. I understand there are lots of options out there (there are at least eight different banks located just around the corner from Sugar HQ!) but that's no reason to stay in a bad-banking relationship.
You should definitely expect friendly service and a handful of perks from your bank in exchange for your business, but what kind of perks should you expect?
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