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A Single Mother Struggling to Budget Weighs the Balance Between Just Surviving and Really Living

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So, I had to learn to stick to my budget , which wasn’t easy, especially for someone who’d had to repeat a year of high school math. How did I rationalize spending money that put me slightly over budget? I do have retirement accounts and 529s, though both have tanked, while my grocery bill (like everyone else’s) has crept up.

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How Financial Wellness Programs Can Benefit Employees and Employers

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Gone are the days when new employees received a list of the company holidays during onboarding and a packet with information about how to sign up for health care and retirement benefits. In 2022, YNAB launched a financial wellness benefits package for employers that includes access to online classes, workshops and more.

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Using a Financial Planning Checklist Can Help You Meet Your Goals

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Although it might sound tedious, dedicating a little time to checking in on your bank statements, confirming you’re saving enough for retirement and reviewing the financial goals from the beginning of the year can help ensure you are on the right track. It also gives you time to make corrections if needed.

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4 Steps Everyone in Their 20s Should Take to Beat a Potential Recession

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According to the Nationwide Retirement Institute, 15% of Gen Zers and millennials “reduced contributions to their 401(k) and similar retirement plans over the last year.” in the first quarter of 2022 and 0.6% However, for anyone over a decade from retirement, the recession presents a discounted buying opportunity.

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2023 Financial Forecast: How to Prepare for the Year Ahead

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It’s become more difficult in the past year, however, to know what your expenses will be each month—and that makes it all the more challenging to stick to a budget. In the past year, two dynamics in the broader economy have made it especially difficult to stick with a budget and avoid racking up debt.

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Building a Distributed Team in the Future of Work

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Things like health care, retirement benefits and tax considerations should all be factored in. You may find a local hire who specializes in the position you need filled falls outside your budget. This article originally appeared in the November/December 2022 issue of SUCCESS magazine. Clear expectations. Photos by Shutterstock.

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A Millennial’s Guide to Finances: 5 Things to Start Before You Turn 30

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According to a 2022 survey by Deloitte, 36% of millennials and 29% of Gen Z cited “cost of living” as their greatest concern. Track your budget. If you need additional capabilities, she suggests you try You Need a Budget (YNAB ), but note that this requires a monthly fee. Retired professor Timothy G. Wiedman, D.B.A.,

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