Making Money Personal
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Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
At some point, you may be asked by someone you know to help them get a loan by co-signing for them. Because you want to help them out, you may not hesitate to jump right into it and sign that dotted line. But before you do, there are a few things to consider like what it will mean for your current financial situation, your credit history and even your relationship.
In this tip you'll gain some insight into what you should take into account before agreeing to co-sign another person's loan.
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Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Fraudsters don't take time off for the holidays. In fact, it's this time of year when they try even harder to trick you into handing over your personal information. Don't fall for it. In this tip, we give you a list of specific ways fraudsters try to scam you and what you can do to avoid falling for their tricks.
This tip features an article by KnowBe4 Security and Training Solutions covering how scammers have been using COVID related information to trick you into handing over your personal information.
Check out Knowbe4.com for information implementing security tools and training for your workplace.
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Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
In this episode, we chat with three local nonprofit organizations, The Salvation Army, The Front Door Agency, and The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua, about what they do to help people in the community. They discuss their overall mission, share some personal stories and give ideas on how volunteers can get involved and give back.
The Salvation Army:https://nne.salvationarmy.org/nashuahttps://www.facebook.com/thesalvationarmynashuanh
The Front Door Agency: https://www.frontdooragency.org/ https://www.frontdooragency.org/give/
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua: https://www.bgcn.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BoysGirlsClubofGreaterNashua/
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Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
The holidays are full of excitement and energy, but even with all the talk of cheer and peace, sometimes they seem too much for us to cheerfully handle. Fortunately there are some inexpensive things you can do to cut down on that stress and get back to enjoying your holiday.
If you like to host, try asking others to contribute a side dish or dessert. This cuts down on prep time and the overall food bill.
Step away from the tasks and lists by taking some time to go for a nature walk. It's healthy exercise and helps your mind relax.
Take time to organize and cut the clutter by donating things you've collected but no longer use. Living in a clean, organized space gives you a place to rest and relax peacefully.
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Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
What if you set aside 1 hour a week to learn something new about finance? If you already spend hours a day on your phone, why not put some of that time towards learning more about money? There are countless resources out there to help you boost your financial knowledge, and in this tip, we provide a list of some that you can start looking into right away.
Read finance books:
Total Money Makeover - By Dave Ramsey
Rich Dad, Poor Dad - By Robert Kiyosaki
The Automatic Millionaire - By David Bach
Find Influencers to follow:
Dave Ramsey - @daveramsey
Ramit Sethi - @ramit
You Need a Budget - @youneedabudget
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Friday Nov 27, 2020
Friday Nov 27, 2020
Ever wondered if you could get your shopping strategy down to a simple science? With some of the shopping secrets we share in this episode, you might be able to. We present some different methods you can use to buy thoughtful gifts for those on your list, and a few ways you might save some money doing it.
Plus, we provide additional suggestions on what you can do to help keep your payment and personal information safer while you do your shopping both in-person and online.
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Running Now! 12 Days of Giving Offer for Listeners!
From now until December 12th, you can enter to win one of ten $50 Amazon gift codes for holiday shopping, or even just to treat yourself. Just send us an email (using the link below) with a shopping secret of your own and a screenshot of your subscription to this podcast and we will automatically enter you into the drawing. Good luck!
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This offer is for a chance to win one of ten $50 Amazon gift codes. One code only will be awarded to a single winner.
Open to non-members and members within our service footprint, to include those who work or reside in the Hillsborough, Merrimack, Belknap, Rockingham and Cheshire Counties of New Hampshire, as well as the Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex and Essex Counties of Massachusetts.
Contest runs until Saturday, December 12, 2020.
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Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Donating to charities is a heart-warming experience—and a teaching opportunity for those who have young people in their lives. During the gift giving season, please consider giving to your local area service providers that offer community outreach programs for the underserved.
When you donate or give to a community program provider, your gift is added together with donations from others to make a tremendous impact within you own community.
If you're looking for a way to give back this season, consider making a donation to any of the organizations below:
Front Door Agency
Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter
NH Food Bank
Harbor Homes
The Salvation Army of Greater Nashua
Make-A-Wish NH
If you make a donation in someone's name, feel free to use this certificate template to make the gift extra special.
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Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Do you find yourself overspending on your food budget? Groceries can be expensive and trips to the store can lead to impulse purchasing that adds up to a higher bill than originally planned. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to save yourself some dough. Listen to this tip for a few practical things you can do to cut those back on those grocery costs.
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Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Do you have a game plan for holiday shopping? It can be challenging to make sure you get the right gifts for all the people on your list and make sure you keep your spending within the budget. In this tip we present a method that you can use to strategize your holiday shopping and stay organized at the same time.
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Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Phishing scams are legitimate looking email messages that fraudsters use to try and steal your sensitive information. These dangerous messages may look like they come from legitimate sources, but don't be fooled! Fortunately, there are ways to recognize the elements of a phishing email.
This tip features an article by KnowBe4 Security and Training Solutions covering how scammers have been using COVID related information to trick you into handing over your personal information.
Check out Knowbe4.com for information implementing security tools and training for your workplace.
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