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Avoiding Financial Disasters: The Critical Role of Emergency Funds
An emergency fund is a stash of cash specifically set aside to bail you out of unexpected situations and creates stability for your family.

Larry Jones
Mar 2, 20243 min read
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The Art of Frugality: How to Trim Your Budget Without Feeling Deprived
Frugality is the practice of being wise in your spending, finding value in purchases, and prioritizing your financial health over desires.

Larry Jones
Mar 2, 20243 min read
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The Art of Budgeting: A 10-Step Guide
A budget is a financial plan that outlines expected income and expenditures over a specific period, typically monthly or annually.

Larry Jones
Feb 24, 202411 min read
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Understanding Housing Allowance: A Guide for American Clergy and U.S. Military Personnel
A housing allowance is a financial benefit granted to clergy members and military personnel, designed to cover housing-related expenses.

Larry Jones
Feb 24, 20246 min read
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529 Plans: The Smart Parent’s Path to College Savings
A 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged investment plan run by states and educational institutions to make it easier for families to save for college

Larry Jones
Feb 22, 20243 min read
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The Roth IRA Advantage: Building Tax-Free Wealth for Retirement
A Roth IRA is a unique investing vehicle where you pay taxes on money going into your account, and then all future withdrawals are tax-free.

Larry Jones
Feb 17, 20244 min read
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Individual Retirement Account (IRA) Basics: Simplifying Your Journey to Financial Independence
An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a tax-advantaged investing tool that allows your savings to grow exponentially over time.

Larry Jones
Feb 17, 20243 min read
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The Ultimate 401(k) Planning Guide: From Basics to Big Wins
A 401(k) is a retirement account tool offered by many employers that allows you to save and invest a piece of your paycheck before taxes.

Larry Jones
Feb 17, 20244 min read
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Leverage 101: How to Use Borrowed Money to Grow Your Wealth Wisely
Leverage involves using borrowed money or financial instruments to increase the potential return of an investment.

Larry Jones
Feb 17, 20243 min read
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Understanding FICO: A Key Player in Your Financial Journey
Your FICO score is a numerical summary of your credit report, a snapshot of your creditworthiness.

Larry Jones
Feb 2, 20243 min read
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