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Budgeting
What Is the Average Grocery Bill for a Family of 4?
In short, the average grocery bill for a family of 4 is difficult to pin down for several reasons. Households spend the most on meats, vegetables, and fruits. Snacks, canned products, and breakfast food are the least expensive grocery items.
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The Best Savings Opportunities in 2020
When we entered 2019 one year ago, businesses and consumers, alike, were concerned about the economy. During that time, trade relations between the US and China escalated. In addition, the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates several times in 2018, with more increases planned for 2019. Just as importantly, the stock market plummeted and reached alarming lows. However, one year later,…
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How the China Deal Can Save You Hundreds of Dollars
American households saw their living expenses go up over the last two years. The ongoing US-China trade war is one of the main reasons. However, earlier this month, the two countries reached a partial agreement. The Trump Administration agreed to cancel levies on Chinese imports, including laptop computers and smartphone devices. Moreover, American farmers will sell to China soybeans and…
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Trade and Your Wallet
During the last few years, international trade took center stage. Today, it is even more important to analysts, media pundits, investors, and other economic players. Above all else, issues related to the China tariffs list, the potential USMCA trade agreement, and Brexit have a direct impact on household budgets. To clarify, volatile trade relations translate to unstable food, energy, and…
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Realistic Essential Budgeting Elements for the Broke College Student
When you don't have much money to start with, it's really hard to make a budget and stick to it. However, there are some nonnegotiable items in your budget that you need to take care of before everything. If these elements aren't prioritized, you'll find yourself in a deeper hole, getting behind on bills, and with nothing for emergencies. Broke…
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