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Andrea Rodrigues
Money Management

Prepare Your Tax Return With Less Stress

The tax filing season is now upon us (feel free to groan out loud). But the good news is that the filing deadline to submit your 2015 tax return is not April 15 as usual.

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Andrea Rodrigues
Money Management

Why Pay More for Car Insurance?

Nobody likes to pay more than they have to for, well, almost anything. And that includes car insurance.

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Andrea Rodrigues
Security

Phone and Online Scams Switch Into High Gear During Tax Season

It’s tax return time, and that means it’s time for fraudsters to come out of the woodwork and prey on unsuspecting victims.

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Andrea Rodrigues
Budgeting

Some Affordable Ways to Spend Valentine's Day

You really want to give that special someone a memorable gift this Valentine’s Day, but you’re on a budget. Here are some inexpensive ways to play Cupid this year:

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Andrea Rodrigues
Any

Dreaming of a New Boat This Year?

Punxsutawney Phil has called for an early spring. That’s good news for warm weather fans, especially boat owners dreaming of bright sunshine and open waters.

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Saving

Start Saving Today for that Summer Vacation!

If you haven’t started saving already for that summer vacation, it’s not too late!

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Budgeting

Synchronizing Life's Stages with Financial Demands

As you go through stages in life, so do your financial needs. Knowing where to turn and who to trust for financial help is key to making smooth transitions in life.

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Money-Saving Tips for College Students

Here’s a quick checklist for those of you looking to stretch your dollars while on or off campus:

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Security

Strong Passwords Key to Strong Security Online

The harder you make it for cyber thieves to access your online accounts, the less likely they’ll bother with you.

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Tap Your Creative Side for Gift Giving

Had it up to here with holiday shopping? Running out of ideas on what to get everyone on your list? Maybe it’s time to let the imaginative side of your brain take over.

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Play it Safe When Shopping this Holiday Season

No matter how you shop, make the experience a safe and secure one this holiday season.

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Business

Having You Given Your Favorite Small Business a Hug Lately?

In America’s business world, it’s “the little engines that could” that keep our economic engine humming along strongly year after year.

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Test Your Turkey Day Knowledge

So you think you know all there is to know about Thanksgiving, right? Think again! Check out this quiz about one of America’s favorite holidays.

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Hey College Students - Can You Pass This Quiz?

Here’s a little pop quiz for students (and their parents alike) that could be useful on and around campus:

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Business

Business Security Guide

Every day, businesses are under attack by fraudsters and cyber criminals.

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Security

Safeguarding Children from Identity Theft

More and more families and their children are being victimized by this disturbing crime. Here are some steps you can take to safeguard your child’s identity:

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Business

The Practical Side of Starting a Small Business

So you’re thinking of fulfilling a dream and starting a small business. How do you get started?

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Here's a Financial "Gift" for Newlyweds

Getting married? Or just tied the knot? Congratulations! There’s a lot to look forward to in the future. And there will be lots of “new” things to get used to.