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Jean Chatzky is a prominent figure in the personal finance realm. She constantly speaks at personal finance conferences, giving advice to those on all stages of their personal finance journey. But I always wonder, what is Jean’s story? That said, this article’s purpose it to provide an appropriate level of background on Jean Chatzky.
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Okay, so this is Thanksgiving week in the United States. I wanted to share the best stuff I’ve found on saving money for the holiday.
The best example of a frugal thanksgiving I’ve seen is by this guy Jeffrey over at Grocery Coupon Guide – he basically tested himself by seeing if he could complete a $1 Thanksgiving Meal Challenge – essentially by buying enough food for a thanksgiving meal for 6 people – and paying only $1 dollar. Quickly summarized, he was able to do it using extreme couponing skills. This is a feat that belongs in the frugal olympics. Most of the time, you’re luck if you can get Turkey for $1 a pound, much less a full meal for six.
Here on Dinks Finance, we love all things that make you extra money to invest in your future. Which is why we really love these stock photo sites. For all the photographers out there looking to make some “passive” income, check out the list below.
Married people are richer. If you read much personal finance literature, you’ll have learned this by now. While it’s an interesting observation, what’s more interesting is why this is.
Speculation has involved a variety of topics:
Earlier this week the IRS released their updates to retirement plan contribution limits. The good news is everyone’s favorite tax agency has increased the amount you can contribute for your 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans. Limits generally increased from $19,000 to $19,500. Catch up contributions for workers aged 50 and over who participate in these plans increased from $6,000 to $6,500.
Art stocks are gaining popularity as a viable asset class as investors look for new ways of increasing their profit margins on investments. It is being embraced by households as a component of their personal identity. Art is perhaps, one of the only ways in which emotions and investment intersect for profit.
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Bank runs are not just a thing of the past. In fact, there was even a bank run this year in the United Kingdom because of a Whats App rumor. But what exactly is a bank run and should you be worried about it? Learn everything you need to know in the content below. :)
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