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College Student Tips on Savings

September 21, 2010 by Joe Leave a Comment

Record what you spend. It isn’t a time waster but the basis of a budget and helps you identify needed adjustments. Your budget means nothing without accurate accounting.  Don't be suckered. Spending $300 on a $400 coat doesn’t save $100 – it costs you. If you doubt it, put the money you've "saved" in your bank.  DO shop price. When shopping, don't ignore coupons. Many … [Read more...]

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This website provides financial and savings information geared specifically to people who had children "late in life" or after 40. Most mainstream media coverage of financial strategies is meant for those on a more traditional timeline, which means children reach college age when their parents are mid-40s. The goals for the rest of us are totally different. Take it from me: My wife and I had our first child when she was 40 and I was 46; our second child was born when she was 46 and I was 52.

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