Parents, teachers, and society all encourage goal-setting from an early age, but all of us sometimes fall short at turning motivation into success. Whether it’s a New Year’s resolution to lose weight or meeting certain personal or financial objectives, setting and maintaining goals frequently gets pushed down our priority lists in our demanding and fast-paced lives.

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In our society, where plentiful food is accepted as a way of life, it can be easy to overlook just how much of it goes to waste.
But, according to one 2008 study, about 30 percent of food – worth $48.3 billion – is discarded annually in the United States alone. And with today’s food prices, [...]

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You spent 18 years preparing for this day. Your kid is heading off to college and the prospect is more than a little scary. But rest assured, your kid is scared, too. Here’s what you can do to help your new college student make the transition to an exciting new life without you.

Smile. When you [...]

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Springtime brings the garden to life, the children outside to play and the graduation invitations to your mailbox. Whether you have one or a dozen graduations to celebrate this year, meaningful gifts for the graduate don’t have to break the bank.

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Diapers, blankets, and onesies are common items on any new parents’ list. But did you know that the Social Security Administration suggests putting “get my child a Social Security number” on the list too?

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When we see disasters unfolding before our eyes on TV, our first instinct is to rush to help, often by sending a donation. But before you write that check, make sure your contribution will go to the people who need it most.

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Young, just married and dreaming big. First child. First home. Young families have lots to plan for. Planning for financial security should be high on their to-do lists. And when planning for a financially secure future, young families should begin with their needs.

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Want to save your hard-earned dollars when shopping at the grocery store? You already know a few tried-and-true ways to cut costs, such as using online and newspaper coupons, shopping for store brands and never shopping when you’re hungry.

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Identity theft is a fast-growing white-collar crime in the United States for two major reasons: the tremendous proliferation of credit cards and the increasing number of credit card applications processed online. Here’s how to stop thieves in their tracks.

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Here are five spending and saving financial habits that can help you stay on track and reach your goals: Review your account, audit yourself, bank your raise, pay bills on time, and take an interest in interest rates.

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