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Investing
Asked by M.G. from Texarkana
on September 26, 2011
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I have a 401k from when I was working. I am trying to figure out what the safest and most accesible place to put it is. I hope to go back to school when my children st...
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- Your 401(k) is NOT supposed to be accessible. It's a long-term savings vehicle. Please tread very carefully when considering accessing those funds. You will have to...
- If it is a 401 K, and if you acces it, you will pay taxes through the nose. 401K's are not to be accessed. There are special provisions in place that you can borr...
- Where is the money now? Most employers make you transfer it when you terminate. Most people roll it over into an IRA. Depending on the structure you can have ju...
Stock
Asked by L.M. from Atlanta
on January 6, 2007
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anyone familiar with buying stock i want to investin some stock. i was wondering if anyone wa familar with sharebuilder or etrade any of those. dont have alot to inves...
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- Hi L.... I have a good friend who works for Nationwide. She's very reputable and knows a lot about investing. Let me know if you'd like me to connect you with her. Go...
- I would set up an appt. with a finacial advisor. He can help assess what your goals are and how to reach them. Some companies are Raymond James and Ass., Edwards Jon...
- I just talked to someone at Edward Jones about starting a college fund for my kids. He suggested a roth ira for any kind of money saving. I really can't remember all...
My 11 Yr Old Wants to Buy Stock
Asked by F.C. from Los Angeles
on December 18, 2011
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So I recently open up a student saving account for my son who is 11years old, I asked my son what he like to save up to and he told me he wants to buy stock in SONY. H...
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- Go to your bank, or a Financial Advisor and ask them. There are many ways to do this and buy stock. Being he is a minor, you have to be the parental sign off on it a...
- Some great advice from the other moms. I, too, would suggest seeing an investment counselor; check out E-Trade, Charles Schwab, or Fidelity. At his age, or for 1st t...
- Google "stock market simulation." You'll find a lot of simulations to help both you and your son learn about the stock market without risking anything right away. ...
Need Money Saving Tips
Asked by J. from Dallas
on October 16, 2008
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Hello mamas,
I have always seen such good advice from this group I thought I would give it a go. With the economy getting tighter I need some good money saving tips...
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- hey J. This will be the only thing you need to try and it is worth it forever 1-to-1 financial mentoring & Tax Services. I have learned alot and you can get a free 3...
- J., I use coupons all the time. I use them if we go out to eat, grocery shopping,what ever. I teach people to use coupons at the store and save money. There is a coup...
- Regarding using other stores' grocery ads at Walmart, we've had a few problems along the way which I wanted to share with you all so you won't get frustrated. We live...
Starting a Website
Asked by A.D. from Houston
on May 13, 2010
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Hi ! I am a stay at home mom and have recently been playing with the idea of starting a website business, like a children's boutique , and have no idea how to get sta...
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- Have you searched the internet? Try google for "start a website business" and go from there. Also, check what's available at your library. There may be a "for dummies"...
- Here are some great business tips on the Office Depot site. I've been listening to their free webcasts. The one just done on branding is really good. I'm a graphic des...
- You need to start by registering your business with the State. Then you put together a website. There are programs online to help you organize a website or if you want...
Can You Help with Money Saving Tips?
Asked by A.H. from Chicago
on October 21, 2008
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My retirement savings just took a major nosedive with the recent stockmarket drops so I am going to need all the help I can get with saving money. Is there one major ...
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- Hi A., Things we have done: -Switched to CD One Price Cleaners instead of using regular drycleaners for almost all of our clothes, only $2.29/item, even a dress and ...
- Sounds like there's lots of good advice. Skimming through, however, I didn't see anyone put down http://www.freecycle.org. This, and other swap-type groups help peop...
- Did you do the typical things they suggest on money saving websites? -Change to fluorescent coil light bulbs -Lower your thermostat a degree or two in the winter- ...
Saving Money for College
Asked by Y.W. from Orlando
on June 29, 2010
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We are finally ready to start saving money for college for my 18 month old, but there is so much information out there and it's so confusing. I've gone through several...
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- using a financial planner is the best way to lose money. Seriously, if you aren't truly wealthy, you win the investment game by not paying others fees on your investme...
- As a single Mom I did not have the opportunity to save for my girls college but I do know from their friends that were in college the 100% pre-paid plan you can get th...
- I have a wonderful financial planner through Edward Jones. When we opened a college savings plan, she showed me all of the options and helped us compare them. We have ...
Money Saving Ideas
Asked by K.D. from Dallas
on February 6, 2010
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Good afternoon all!
I would like to know what you have saved money on? Share your money saving tactics with me!
Two things I have saved money recently by buying ...
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- +I love to use coupons on items that are on sale, especially when the grocery store doubles them! +I don't read the catalogs that come in the mail because they create...
- One thing I have discovered is buying online often saves a lot of money. I do not like to pay shipping though, so I look for those deals that are free shipping. Especi...
- i joined thegrocerygame.com! check into it, there are some really good savings!! also, i started making my own laundry detergent with equal parts oxyclean, borax, and ...
Online Dating Websites
Asked by R.C. from Los Angeles
on July 28, 2011
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Hello
Just wondering if anyone's tried an online dating website (match / e-harmony etc) and if the results were positive? Negative? Been awhile since I've "dated" an...
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- I did e-harmony but it is a lot of work and I met some nice guys on there and then I met some real jerks. That happens anytime you put yourself out there. I then ove...
- I met my fiance' on eharmony! If you do online dating, just be very careful and don't get discouraged if it takes many many dates to find the right guy!
- I used match.com in 2003/2004. I met my now husband in 2004. I will say this, I received thousands upon thousands of responses, but only went out with two people (on...
Money for Retirement Account
Asked by O.L. from Los Angeles
on December 30, 2011
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Hi, just wondering what a reasonable amount of money is to put into one's retirement account? What type of account do you put it in?
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- I agree with the answers below, especially about needing to personalize your own situation with regard to your current income level, your spending habits, your current...
- I think you need to talk to a trusted financial consultant so you can figure out how much is right for you to be investing. Everybody is different. As for us, we...
- Shannon's advice to check out Dave Ramsey's program is a great idea; Clark Howard also has several books on financial 'smarts'. Like many of the other moms mentioned:...
