Oct 02, 2009 -
Staying organized and on top of your savings are key to both long-term financial and personal success. Doing so isn't easy without a little extra assistance, which is why we've put together a selection of pretty printable downloads that will help you get and stay on track. The beginning of a month is the ideal time to get organized.
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Sep 11, 2009 -
Most of you were baffled when a broke bride-to-be asked strangers to contribute to her wedding fund via her Help Me Pay For My Wedding! website. But what if the woman was only targeting her family and friends?
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Sep 10, 2009 -
Novelty dates are always popular for people getting hitched. The date 7/07/07 was especially hot because it was a Saturday, but yesterday got its fair share of nuptial attention thanks in part to the 99 Cents Only Store. In honor of 9/09/09, The 99 Cents Only Store chain hosted weddings for nine couples at its Sunset Boulevard branch.
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Jul 26, 2009 -
Staying organized and on top of your savings are key to both long-term financial and personal success. Doing so isn't easy without a little extra assistance, which is why we've put together a selection of pretty printable downloads that will help you get and stay on track.
It's never too late: Check out Savvy's 2009 Resolution worksheet!
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Jul 16, 2009 -
A friend of mine just returned from a three-week vacation that spanned seven countries, and it all kicked off with a wedding in southern France. She made the most of her long-distance trip by turning the single event into a full-blown vacation, smart girl.
It's certainly going the distance for a pal to attend a wedding overseas.
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Jun 26, 2009 -
Couples are constantly naming money as a reason for arguments, or worse, divorce. Because money is a sticking point for so many otherwise happy couples, it's important for newlyweds to get off on the right financial foot. That means communication, honesty, and planning ahead.
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Jun 25, 2009 -
Legally joining your lives through marriage is a big deal in countless ways, and money matters are a hot topic for many couples. Deciding whether or not to join accounts is only one piece of the financial picture. What do you know about the other elements, like your credit score and taxes?
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Jun 22, 2009 -
You've thought long and hard about whether taking your new husband's name is the right thing for you. Once the decision has been made in favor of a new last name, it's time to take the necessary steps to make the swap. Follow my tips to make sure you don't miss any of the important pieces to changing your name — you'll avoid annoying complications later on.
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Jun 17, 2009 -
Wedding etiquette is remarkably touchy and unfortunately complex in some social circles. Some of the tension is centered in the gift-giving ritual, which is a way for guests to help the couple complete their home together.
According to a survey by market research company GfK, 90 percent of people who attended weddings in the past two years said they bought gifts, while just 28 percent of couples said they expected to receive them.
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Jun 16, 2009 -
Start your marriage off on the right financial foot by getting on the same page before the wedding. Be open about the state of your finances, decide how you'll handle individually acquired debt, discuss your goals for the future, and don't assume anything. A hot topic issue for newlyweds is how you and your honey will handle your daily finances; I'm a fan of the three-bucket approach, but everyone is different.
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