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8 tips to deal with debt overload - Compass Catholic - 06/26/17

8 Tips for Dealing With Debt OverloadIf you are like most people in the US, debt is a way of life. But there comes a time when you just simply get tired of wasting your hard earned money paying interest or the debt gets overwhelming.Things for you to think about are: good debt vs bad debt; secured and unsecured debt; using a budget; credit counseling; consolidation loans; home equity line of credit and changing your habits.Ditch the debt! Visit the Compass Catholic blog for more info on 8 tips f [...]

Manage Your Money God's Way - Work is more than a job - 06/19/17

Work is More Than a JobWhen we finish working at our job, there’s still more work left to do. Before and/or after paid employment work, there is a home to take care of, meals to make, family members to care for and volunteer efforts. When we forget that all work we do gives us the opportunity to use the gifts and talents God has given us to help meet the needs of our fellow man, we forget that we are called by God to be a worker.At it’s very core, a Christian approach to work is root [...]

Manage Your Money God’s Way - June 5, 2017 - What engaged couples need to know about God, Marriage and Money

Show Summary for God, Marriage and MoneyIf you are engaged or a newlywed it’s very important to have conversations regarding your finances.   Finances is a topic that you will be dealing with daily.   Having that discussion on finances now will resolves those differences early in the relationship.God, Marriage and Money will give you a detailed look at marital finances.   The book can be used as a tool. It will show you the true roll of money in a marriage. It [...]

Manage Your Money God's Way - Podcast - 2017-05-22 Cosigning Can Ruin Your Credit Score!

May 22, 2017 - Cosigning Can Ruin Your Credit Score!Cosigning is when a lender requires someone to be legally responsible for a debt if the borrower does not pay. If you cosign a loan and the borrower defaults, your credit could be affected for at least seven years. So, worst case, you are paying for something you don't own, the relationship with the other person has probably been ruined and your credit has been wrecked through something totally out of your control.Cosigning really sound li [...]

Manage Your Money God’s Way: Podcast - 5/15/17 - Is your bank costing you $$$? Here’s how you can bank for free.

Manage Your Money God's Way with Jon & Evelyn Bean - May 15, 2017​Here are the best practices for selecting your bank and avoiding fees:  • How often will you actually visit the bank building and how convenient is it?• Will you need to access the bank in other cities?• How quickly does the bank credit deposits to your account?• Is the bank FDIC insured?• What are the fees for the accounts you need?• Are there minimum balance requirements?&bu [...]