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What’s a father worth?
About $23,000, according to this post from Insure. com: Insure.com’s 2013 Father’s Day Index puts Dad’s household tasks at $23,344 a year, up from last year’s $20,248. The increase is largely due to higher mean hourly wages for drivers, teachers, coaches and plumbers, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. … Moms will likely feel […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Banks are watching your Facebook account, escaping a lease, and keeping your cool. The Identity Theft Flu: 5 Ways to Stay Healthy There’s no way to completely protect yourself from identity theft, but here are some ways to boost your financial immune system. Using Social Media to Stop Online Payment Fraud Your Facebook status updates […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Tips on staying debt free, managing an aging parent’s finances and the importance of “the money talk” before heading down the aisle. How to Stay Debt-Free Small steps you can take to stay out of debt. Does This Smell Bad to You? How Long Foods Last Tips on how to save money by not wasting […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Father knows best, careers that simply aren’t worth the money and the double-edged sword of frugality. Listen to Your Father! Old-School Money Tips for Today Financial advice that stands the test of time. The Best and Worst Careers to Go Into Debt For If you want to see your work in print, become an advertiser, […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Here are some important money stories to check out today: Should the Government Mandate Free Credit Scores? Despite an abundance of free credit score offers, consumers still lack easy access to their FICO and Vantage scores, often the determining factor in credit approval. Applying Sage Graduation Advice to Your Financial Life Oh, the places you […]