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Secrets to a Financially Happy Relationship
A happy couple strolls down the aisle hand-in-hand as the church bells let out a triumphant ring and the members of the congregation cheer loudly. The bride and groom are happy, smiling and having the...
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$7.38 Brought Joy To My Day: The interesting thought patterns that surround money.
By Peter Pfeffer I roll into Starbucks, pick up a venti Americano andafter a short internal discussion about carbs, give inand grab a blueberry scone as well. I whip out my cardto swipe and pay but...
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A Woman's Guide to Family Finances: Finding Real Money in an Unreal Economy
Ellie Kay, a military wife and mother of seven, knows how to stretch a dollar. In this chatty book for women, she highlights seven essentials to any family's financial plan: an emergency fund, life i...
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Don’t let an 'authorization hold' on credit card hold you hostage

Credit is a convenience; it allows you to charge a meal on your credit card, pay for an appliance with an installment plan, or take out a loan to buy a house. However, when dining out at a fancy restaurant or spending the night away in a hotel, the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) says it’s important to take notice of what the banking industry calls an “authorization hold.”

March 16, 2013

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Is your parent a 'prime' target for financial abuse?

Americans between 70 and 90 are still the wealthiest group in the U.S. It’s no surprise that they are also prime targets for financial exploitation and abuse.

By Mary Krueger, Douglas County Senior Coordinator , February 27, 2013

Financial course offered at Lake Community Church

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) will offer a nine-week course at Lake Community Church in Alexandria.

February 20, 2013

Tracking your spending can steer you out of trouble this Christmas season

Holiday season can be stressful for Minnesota consumers, especially if the prospect of buying gifts will add to an already burdensome debt load.

December 16, 2012

State auditor releases 2011 Town Finances Report

State Auditor Rebecca Otto has released the Minnesota Town Finances Report, a comprehensive report on revenues, expenditures and debt. The report analyzes town financial operations for the calendar year ended December 31, 2011.

November 20, 2012

Life after bankruptcy -- how to get your finances back on track

More than 600,000 new bankruptcy cases were filed in the first half of 2012. If you were one of them, it may feel like your financial future is doomed.

September 23, 2012

Is money tight? Don’t ignore your retirement plan, says BBB

During challenging economic times, it can be tempting to forego contributions to your retirement account, or even to pull money out of an existing account to cover other expenses.

August 19, 2012

Credit cards 101: Helping college students build credit, avoid debt

American college students are swimming in a sea of credit card debt.

August 06, 2012

Poll reveals consumers’ top financial regrets

The recent National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) online poll allowed consumers to select their greatest financial regret. Of more than 2,200 respondents, 53 percent indicated that habitually overspending was what they regretted most.

July 08, 2012

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Jobs and Java to give presentation on managing finances

Jobs and Java will feature an informational presentation on “Managing your Finances: Budgeting and Living on a Limited Income while Job Seeking,” provided by Wells Fargo, on Tuesday, July 3 at 10 a.m.

June 29, 2012

Steps to improve your financial literacy

Do you wish you had more control over your financial situation? The good news is that you don’t need to read a textbook to improve your financial literacy. In fact, according to the Minnesota Society of CPAs (MNCPA), there are a few simple steps you can take to begin getting your financial house in order.

May 28, 2012

What college students need to know about credit cards

The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 (known as the Credit CARD Act) placed limits on the ability of those under 21 to get a credit card. It also set strict limits on card companies’ ability to market to college students.

By Staff Report , October 23, 2011

What to do when you’re out of financial options

More than 1.5 million Americans filed for bankruptcy in 2010. While the economy is showing some signs of life, many people aren’t seeing a recovery in their personal finances.

By Staff Report , August 28, 2011

CPAs offer advise on mortgage closing costs

Closing on a home often involves signing on the dotted line on a tall stack of paperwork, much of which is confusing and difficult to understand. It’s no wonder that many people are surprised by some of the charges that make up mortgage closing costs.

By Staff Report , June 26, 2011

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Father's Day - a call to action for personal finance, says counseling service

Father’s Day is the day of the year dedicated to honor fatherhood, and many dads reflect on the life lessons they are teaching their children.

By Staff Report , June 19, 2011

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