Should You Sell Your Furniture Before Moving Out Of State? Five Questions To Help You Decide

Posted on: 5 March 2015

Rather than throwing everything they own into a moving truck, some people sell everything and start over with a new style at their new destination. While selling everything may be cumbersome and unrealistic, you should think about strategically getting rid of some of your biggest items – your furniture. To see if getting rid of your furniture is right for your situation, work through the following five questions: 1. Is the cost of moving the item worth more than the item itself?
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3 Tips To Help You Stop Living Paycheck To Paycheck

Posted on: 23 February 2015

According to CNN, 76% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. If you are stuck in this trap, there are ways to get out, but you will need to make some changes with the ways you handle your money. The problem with living paycheck to paycheck is that you could end up in financial trouble each time an unexpected expense comes up. Taking cash advance loans is a great way to get through these times, but these loans do not solve the root problem.
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Moving For Work? 2 Things You Should Ask Your Employer To Pay For

Posted on: 12 February 2015

Has your boss recently asked you to move for work? Once you hear the words "relocation package," you might be ready to sign on the dotted line and schedule your move with the corporate movers. However, that package might be more all-inclusive than you think. Here are two things you should ask your employer to pay for, and how they can help you later: 1: A House Finding Trip When you find out you will be moving to a new place, you might whip out your computer and start scouring satellite images of the area.
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Personal Property Isn't All That You Risk In A Home Burglary: Don't Let A Thief Take Your Identity, Too

Posted on: 4 February 2015

If you are like most people, you probably assume the greatest risk from a home burglary is a loss of personal property or injury to your family. While these are real concerns, they might not represent your biggest risk. According to Bankrate identity theft is also a concern when an intruder accesses your home and may cause you more damage than a loss of personal property. Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft if someone does break into your home.
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