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Exploring the Intricacies of “The Big Secret” Stock Picking Method
Let's be honest. We all do it. We read a book filled with good advice and then don't act on any of it, not even to try it out. It’s…
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Reader Discussion: Is Borrowing Money for Stock Investments a Wise Move?
--- Would You Borrow Money to Invest in Stocks? I wanted to mix things up on My Money Design and toss out a question for my readers to debate. I’m…
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P2P Investing Off-Limits! What’s My Next Passive Income Goal?
I wanted to start 2013 by adding a new way to earn passive income, similar to how last year, blogging and dividend stocks were valuable additions. This time, P2P (peer-to-peer)…
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My Ultimate Online Bargain Adventure and a $500 Prize Opportunity!
### My Best Online Discount Experience The Internet has undeniably changed many aspects of our lives. We can reconnect with people we haven't seen in years and access information instantly.…
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Reasons We Chose a Living Trust Over a Simple Will
Thinking about the benefits of setting up a revocable living trust compared to just having a will? For a long time, my wife and I put off making a will,…
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Comparing Investment Strategies: Rental Income vs. Stock Market Index Funds
Ready for a financial face-off? When it comes to investing, few groups are as divided as real estate enthusiasts and stock market investors. It’s like comparing the North and South…
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Maximizing Your Paycheck with a Flexible Spending Account Tax Advantage
### Understanding a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Recently, my wife and I renewed our medical flexible spending account, and while it might sound trivial, we're pretty thrilled to see an…
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Top Vanguard Mutual Funds to Consider for Our Roth IRA
Why Choose Vanguard Mutual Funds? As the year wraps up, there are a million things to juggle: holiday celebrations with family, prepping for winter, organizing tax documents, and more. However,…
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Understanding the True Implications of an “8 Percent Annual Stock Return”
Imagine you have three different graphs showing your investment portfolio. Which one represents an 8% average annual return each year? Surprisingly, all of them do! One of the most common…
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8 Fast and Easy Ways to Earn an Extra $100 for Investment
## 8 Quick Money-Making Ideas You Should Try Pauline Paquin, who writes for the blog "Reach Financial Independence," recently launched "Make Money Your Way," a site dedicated to helping readers…