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Money Management

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Learn and Plan — Money Management

Midland National's tips and guides on money management

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Wealth transfer planning 101

While it may be difficult to think about a time when one won’t be around to offer support, having a wealth transfer plan in place can help provide for your family.
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Factors that can influence financial decisions

In today’s fast-paced world, people are confronted with a variety of external factors that can significantly influence their financial decisions. From family expectations to the constant stream of information on social media, things are more complicated than ever.
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How to talk about money with family

To openly communicate about money in a positive and productive way, here are some tips to help break the ice and make financial discussions go smoothly.
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How to save money on holiday travel

Whether visiting family or vacationing in a warmer destination, proactive money management can help relieve some pressure and allow for a more relaxed and festive experience.
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How to make a monthly budget

Even if you’ve never formally created a budget, it’s never too late to get started! Here are six steps to help you craft a budget and find a better balance financially.
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Will my monthly retirement income be enough?

To boost your retirement readiness, here are some general guidelines to help determine how much income is needed to meet your goals for the future and what opportunities can bring in additional funds after retirement.
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Financial literacy tips for college students

Although students are likely excited about classes, meeting new people, and enjoying all the extracurricular activities available on campus, managing finances and expanding money knowledge is important.
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Smart saving ideas for empty nesters

Will you be excited for this new chapter or have a hard time adjusting? While this transition can be bittersweet, many personal and financial opportunities can arise from an empty nest.
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Financial tips for the sandwich generation

Over half of adults in this age range are sandwiched between supporting their children and their parents. Since this can bring about unique financial challenges, creating a clear strategy and budget is essential.
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Rebuilding your emergency fund after you’ve used it

What happens when that money is gone following an event? How do you rebuild this financial safety net? Here are some tips for emergency fund planning for this important financial safety net.
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How to live sustainably on a budget: Affordable sustainability ideas

Learning how to live more sustainably and reduce our footprint is a good lifestyle goal, but can this be achieved without breaking the bank? Thankfully, going green and shopping sustainably doesn’t have to be a burden on your budget.
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Important tax deadlines to know

Knowing key IRS dates and deadlines can help speed up a tax refund while avoiding possible penalties and delays.
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What’s your financial love language?

Here’s a look at how love languages can be translated into your financial life and how improving your understanding of each other’s love language can help you reach your financial goals more successfully.
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How you can balance paying off debt and saving money

Paying off debt and saving for the future are two important financial goals, but sometimes, it can be challenging to choose which one to make a priority. Thankfully, it can be possible to save money and get rid of debt simultaneously by adopting good money management habits.
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Dealing with holiday debt

It’s that time of year. With the glutton of the holidays behind us, we look forward to putting our bad habits behind us and starting the year anew.
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Financial wellness tips to form good money habits in the New Year

Financial wellness plays an important role in our overall well-being because the more in control we feel of our money and financial situation, oftentimes the more empowered we feel about being able to reach our goals and live our life to the fullest.
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Energy saving tips for winter

When temperatures drop outside, the home heating bill can jump up quickly. To be better prepared for the changing seasons and get your house ready for winter, several steps can help lower heating costs.
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Top budgeting tips to help you avoid holiday overspending

Setting some ground rules for yourself and creating a holiday budget can help prevent overspending and celebrate the season without the increased stress and worry.
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