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Five Ways to Enjoy Summer in Bergen County on a Budget

Whether your idea of fun is good food, a night out, the outdoors, loud music, or a day filled with excitement, Bergen County has it all! And, even better news: you don’t have to spend a lot of money to … Continue reading

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America Saves Week Presents: 7 Ways to Get Your Savings on Track

According to America Saves Week spokesperson Madeline Daniels, people with a plan to save are twice as likely to save successfully. But what works for one person may not work as well (or at all) for another. There are many ways … Continue reading

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Set Yourself Up for Financial Success in 2018

“No one’s ever achieved financial fitness with a January resolution that’s abandoned by February.” ―Suze Orman. While a lucky few may have transcended this proverbial warning, by and large, it’s a pretty good rule of thumb. According to the Stress in … Continue reading

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Tips to Keep Your Financial New Year’s Resolutions

Improving financial standing was once again a popular New Year’s resolution for 2016, just as it was in 2015. This goal is particularly important to Millennials, who want to spend less and save more, and those in Generation X, whose … Continue reading

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Four Tips to Hosting a Holiday Office Party on a Small Business Budget

It’s beginning to look a lot like … that time of year again to plan for the office holiday party. With invitations to be created, menu selections to be made and employee gifts to be bought, the festivities may often … Continue reading

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Back to School Planning, Saving and Spending Tips

Whether you’re reading this as a parent of school-age children, or as a college student trying to navigate a more independent lifestyle, back-to-school time usually equates to an uptick in spending. By learning some key economic lessons, however, you can … Continue reading

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Five Tips to Paying Off Debt

Does this sound familiar? You make credit card payments every month, yet you don’t see a dent in your debt. If you think you’re alone, think again. Credit cards have become a way of life; they can even build and … Continue reading

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