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Comparing the Most Popular Budgeting and Money Apps

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Do you need to start a budget or start fresh with a new app? Take a look at these popular budgeting apps and see which one is right for you!

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How To Create A Budget

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Here are step-by-step instructions on how to create a budget that actually works so that you can start reaching your financial goals faster!

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How To Get Your Stimulus Check If It Doesn’t Come Automatically

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For many Americans, their stimulus check will come automatically very fast. But for millions more, you need to take action to get your money.

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Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect

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The government is going to be sending out coronavirus stimulus checks to every American to help them with the recession, here’s what to know.

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Verizon Wireless Review: Unlimited Data at Fair Prices

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Do you want unlimited data as a feature of your cell phone service? Take a look at what Verizon Wireless has to offer and see if it’s for you!

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How to Handle an Emergency Car Repair or Other Unexpected Expense

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Your car breaks down and you have to replace an expensive component. What do you do? And how do you prepare for the future? Learn how!

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Cleo Review: AI-Powered Money-Saving Assistant

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Wouldn’t it be nice to type natural language and get helpful information about your finances? Take a look at this Cleo review for more!

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Tiller Money Review: Track Spending and Create a Budget

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If you need to track your expenses and create a budget, and you love spreadsheets, you should check out this Tiller Money review. Learn more!

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Charlie Review: Text Message Budgeting and Money Assistant

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Need some help saving money? Charlie is a financial assistant — a program that helps you save money through advice. Read this Charlie review!

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Emma App Review: Analyze Your Spending and Saving

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Wouldn’t it be nice to have your spending and saving analyzed? You can, with the Emma app. Read about it in this Emma app review today!

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The Ultimate Guide to a Budget Wedding You’ll Enjoy

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Wouldn’t it be nice to have a massive guide to a budget wedding? Well, here it is! Learn about the many aspects of creating a great wedding.

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Wismo Review: Budgeting and Expense-Tracking App

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Are you looking for an app that allows you to easily track your spending and compare it with your income? Check out this Wismo review!

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CountAbout Review: Budgeting at an Affordable Price

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Take a look at this CountAbout review and learn how CountAbout can help you budget with a variety of different budgeting features.

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Why I Sold My Car And Now Uber Everywhere (Uber vs. Owning A Car)

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The math behind Uber vs. Owning A Car and why I decided to sell my car and take Uber or Lyft everywhere, including work.

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5 Personal Finance Habits That Will Make You Rich

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Looking to build wealth this year? If you develop these five personal finance habits you’ll reach your goal a whole lot sooner. Find out how.

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FamZoo Review: Virtual Family Bank to Help You Teach Your Kids

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In this FamZoo review you’ll learn how you can utilize the service to teach your kids about banking. Learn the advantages here!

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How To Completely Organize Your Finances And Your Money Life

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Financial organization is a key to financial success, and here are tools, resources, and guides to help you organize your financial life.

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How Much Money Should You Really Pay in Rent?

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Do you know how much you should pay in rent? If not, learn how much you should make in order to pay a certain amount in rent.

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7 Alternatives to Owning a Car That Might Be Better for You!

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If you think that owning a car is a necessity, think again. You might just discover that an alternative to owning a car is better for you!

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5 Tips To Make Paying Off Your Student Loans Easier On Your Budget

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Paying off your student loans can be hard on your budget. Here’s our tips to make paying off your student loans easier on your budget.

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Experts Share Five Tips for Dealing with Unforeseen Expenses

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Whether you are looking to prepare for unexpected expenses or are in the middle of a financial emergency because of one, read this article.

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Spent App Review: Cool For Cash Back Shopping

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Spent App is a new way to earn cash back. Don’t expect it to work as an expense management app, but enjoy the cash back rewards for your everyday spending.

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