Smart Money Tips
THURSDAY 5:48 p.m., FRIDAY 5:00 a.m.
50-second money tips from Amanda H. Christensen, an Accredited Financial Counselor and Associate Professor for USU Extension specializing in personal finance. As editor of the Utah Money Moms website and social media platforms, she partners with USU Extension colleagues to share real-life money smarts for women of all ages. Amanda is co-author of the PowerPay Money Mastery Online Course. Connect with her on Facebook and Instagram @UtahMoneyMoms.
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Some of the best memories are made without breaking the bank especially when everyone is involved with the planning.
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The end of the year is the perfect time to calculate your net worth.
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Tracking and categorizing the money you’re spending as you spend it helps you determine whether or not your spending lines up with your values and goals.
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It’s easy to overspend your clothing budget from month-to-month. Online retailers make one click spending as easy as possible.
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As your kids go back to school, take some time to evaluate how much they know about money.
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Creating a habit of saving can be easier said than done. Intentional saving is a skill learned over time, with practice.
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Taxes are a big part of our financial life. But there are some things you can do to reduce the amount you pay in taxes, even as your income rises. Are you…
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With so many opportunities to earn spending rewards today, you might be missing out on hundreds of dollars a year just for spending as you normally would…
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By giving regularly, you practice discipline not just when it’s convenient. It also means you are probably paying closer attention to your finances.…
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There are six money personalities. A carefree money personality is one where money isn’t a priority, you just let life happen. Advantages are that you may…