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How to Financially Prepare for a Divorce

How to prepare financially for a divorce

Divorce is a difficult and tragic time in the life of any couple. However, there are times when things happen, irreconcilable differences occur, and the only best recall is divorce. When divorce is the best option, it is very important to follow through on it. Divorces are generally regarded as stressful and draining, although, these pains can be minimized to a certain extent.

The proper and thorough financial planning is …

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How to Financially Plan for a Move

At some point and time in most people's lives, they will be ready to pack up and move. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, they may have received a job promotion or relocation. In other cases, a family may be ready for a new beginning or simply want to be closer to relatives. Nevertheless, there are countless motivators which can cause people to move across the state, …

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How to Financially Prepare for a Funeral

When we think of financial goals, we often think about the exciting things in life. A family home, an overseas trip, starting a business, preparing for the holiday season, or perhaps even our dream car.

The reality is, financial planning is just as important for the opposite things as well. Things we never want to think about. Like for our own death, funeral or unexpected emergencies.

Death …

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How to Financially Plan for Purchasing a Home

Home Office to create a financial plan

Home ownership is a huge step and can be very exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Many individuals dream of the day that they will purchase their first home and enjoy all the perks and amenities of doing so.

However, in order for the process of purchasing a home to be stress-free and as smooth as possible, it is very important for the soon-to-be homeowners to engage in some …

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How to Financially Plan for a Startup Business

As the world of work changes, more and more people are taking steps to go into business for themselves. Sometimes this is done via freelancing, the gig economy, or simply by launching a startup company.

However, making the right moves when launching a startup business is absolutely imperative and can be the determining factor in success or failure. One of the biggest and most common mistakes made by aspiring entrepreneurs …

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How to Financially Plan for Getting Married

Marriage is an exciting step for most people. Entering into a union and partnership with the person that you love, cherish, and care about is wonderful. However, like most things, entering a marriage requires and involves thorough financial planning.

Chances are that both people have contrasting financial histories. When entering into a legal partnership, total and complete transparency are absolutely paramount.

Here are helpful steps you can take as a …

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How to Financially Plan for Having Children

This article is part of our Finance Hub.

There are numerous ways to live a satisfying life on a modest budget. However, once children enter the scene, it becomes a different ballgame entirely. Having a child is a significant milestone in the life of an adult. Usually, the announcement of a baby is a happy thing. However, without proper financial planning, excitement can quickly become a form of …

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How to Financially Plan for an Upcoming Trip

Wanderlust, also known as the strong desire to travel, is more common than some people might imagine. The truth of the matter is that the world is a very big place. There are many places to visit and an amazing plethora of things to see and do. Like Fort Eerie is on our staff's bucket list.

While the upsides of traveling (such as learning, exposure to new, diverse cultures, etc) …

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An Overview of Freelancing and the Gig Economy

Freelancing for extra income

As the world evolves, so do work options and the workforce in general. The inevitable emergence of artificial intelligence and automation has also played a role in the shift and perception of work.

Traditionally, when most people thought of work, they were reminded of a specific place where they went to offer a particular service or product. However, this, too, is changing.

More and more people are rejecting notions of …

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Everything You Need to Know About Hoarding Money

While hoarding money is not really a common phenomenon, it does happen from time to time. Nine times out of ten, distrust, paranoia, and fear are the motivating factors for individuals who willfully chose to hoard cash.

An Overview of Paranoia and Money

Reports from Money Instructor affirm that the decision to hoard money is often indicative of mental health ailments such as obsessive-compulsive disorder. There's nothing wrong with building …

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