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Credit plays a dual role in our society; sometimes a lifesaver, and at other times a murderer. Trying to float above imminent economical disaster is a daily exercise for the majority. So, credit companies often seem to be our rescuer, offering attractive interest rates, interest-free repayment periods and extended credit limits. But, what they don't tell you at the time you apply for credit could be the knife edge you've been trying to avoid all along.
The 5 Common Mistakes Business Owners Make When Evaluating Their Insurance Requirements
- By Tabitha Wellman
- Insurance
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Looking over your insurance premiums each year, you may be wondering how you could save a dollar or two on your next premium. As an intangible asset, it can be difficult to put a value on insurance ... until something goes wrong and you need to claim. Insurance specialist Brett Wrightson from Brian Bushell & Associates, highlights the five most common mistakes that business owners make when evaluating their insurance requirements:
4 Steps Get Rid Of Debt Problems
- By Rob Hawkins
- Finance
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Are you drowning in debt and having trouble seeing your way out? Follow these steps and you may just see that there's a light at the end of the tunnel!
There are a number of potential pitfalls in relying on a mortgage broker for the best home loan solution ... particularly given the enormous growth in the broking industry and the recent entrance of new players.
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Saving Money Faster
- By Richard Greenwood
- Wealth Creation
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Savings accounts aren't going to make you rich but they do form an important part of an investment portfolio by allowing the money you need to access quickly to provide an attractive and return. Find out how to make your savings grow faster.
Online Savings Account Tips
- By Alyssa Medrano
- Finance
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An online savings account is critical for managing your finances. It offers a good place to keep your savings and is also a good way of earning extra easy money on your cash balances.
Treasure Hunting
- By Tracy Piercy
- Wealth Creation
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Find new uses for the financial tools you have lying around the house! Life insurance, investments, and even your credit cards are all waiting for you to find a new purpose for them - one that will increase your wealth and get you on the road to financial independence.
Raising a baby can be expensive, but, with a little online savvy and some help from your friends, you can save bundles and even find some free baby stuff. Here's how to save money on baby and find the best baby freebies on the web.
Do you have broken or discarded gold jewelry you not longer wear? Now may be the time to cash in on the current gold rush. With the price of gold exceeding the $1000 an ounce benchmark, an errant earring or broken gold chain could add up to a significant sum.