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 About Kimberly Jarret

Kimberly Jarrett is an award winning journalist, freelance writer, businesswoman and tech maven. In addition to being an avid cross stitcher, Kimberly enjoys travel and spending time with her family.

How to Find Holiday Savings after Black Friday and Cyber Monday

holiday savingsWhile Black Friday sales were a record $6.22 billion, there’s still a lot of holiday shopping to be done. Many people will procrastinate and if this year is like last year, only 12% of American consumers will be finished with their holiday shopping by December 12. About 10% of shoppers will be looking for gifts on Christmas Eve.

If you are one of the last-minute shoppers, don’t worry. You can still save money on gifts and décor. Here are a few tips to that will keep more of your money in your wallet.

 

 

 

 

 

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Here Are Some Easy Ways to Save Money On Food

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We have to eat to live, but are you spending too much of your money on food? The United States Department of Agriculture releases a monthly report on the cost of food. Couples who are on a tight budget spend an average of $493.40 a month, while some spend an average of $765.20. And, this only includes food prepared at home. Add eating out and you have a much higher amount spent on food each month. If you’re trying to stick to a budget, you’ll likely need to find a way to save money on food.

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Last Minute Tax Planning for Couples With No Children

tax plan tips for couplesAs the end of the year approaches, our minds turn to the holidays and a less than pleasant thought – taxes. Parents get a child tax credit for each dependent under the age of 17. Last year’s tax reform package increased the deduction from $1,000 to $2,000. Couples without any children don’t get the big tax break, but you still have some ways to decrease your tax liability for 2018 before the year ends.

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Find the Right Health Plan for You

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Your health is important, but the cost of taking care of yourself has risen dramatically in the past few years. Even without children, you could spend hundreds on insurance and health care costs. The enrollment period for next year’s health insurance plans begins next month. The change in leadership has led to changes in healthcare that could affect those who are self-employed or don’t receive insurance through the workplace.

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