January 11, 2025
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THE FINANCIAL EYE THE MONEY MINDER
‘Is it worth the wear and tear on my car and my little free time?’: Can I use Doordash as a side gig to help pay down debt on a k salary?
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‘Is it worth the wear and tear on my car and my little free time?’: Can I use Doordash as a side gig to help pay down debt on a $55k salary?

“I’m wondering about saving up for that engagement ring my wife always wanted, or an awesome vacation for myself or my parents. Where does that money get pulled from?”: I want to save for short-term goals while also investing for the long term. How can I balance both effectively?
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“I’m wondering about saving up for that engagement ring my wife always wanted, or an awesome vacation for myself or my parents. Where does that money get pulled from?”: I want to save for short-term goals while also investing for the long term. How can I balance both effectively?

‘They’ll deny me for “thin file/short history”’: I have a limited credit history and worry about getting an auto loan. Will getting a new credit card hurt my chances?
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‘They’ll deny me for “thin file/short history”’: I have a limited credit history and worry about getting an auto loan. Will getting a new credit card hurt my chances?

‘I never signed off on a whole life policy NWM took 00 from me. Bunch of scammers!’: Got scammed into Whole life policy (North Western Mutual). I did not sign off on it. How can I get my money back?
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‘I never signed off on a whole life policy NWM took $5000 from me. Bunch of scammers!’: Got scammed into Whole life policy (North Western Mutual). I did not sign off on it. How can I get my money back?

‘Should I put most of my money into a high-yield savings account?’: Just graduated, need advice about finances. How can I make the most of my savings now for future financial stability?
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‘Should I put most of my money into a high-yield savings account?’: Just graduated, need advice about finances. How can I make the most of my savings now for future financial stability?

‘My favorite was the year we got a 1% COLA and a 2% increase to PERS’: I just got hit with a 7% “COLA”. How can I make ends meet?
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‘My favorite was the year we got a 1% COLA and a 2% increase to PERS’: I just got hit with a 7% “COLA”. How can I make ends meet?

‘I make 9.25 at about 25 hrs a week, I need a personal loan for car repairs’: With a credit score of 625 and some debt, would I be approved for a loan or need a cosigner?
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‘I make 9.25 at about 25 hrs a week, I need a personal loan for car repairs’: With a credit score of 625 and some debt, would I be approved for a loan or need a cosigner?

“Any plans that are cheap for a single individual?”: I’m starting a new job with expensive health insurance premiums. How can I find more affordable private plans for my good health in my 30s?
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“Any plans that are cheap for a single individual?”: I’m starting a new job with expensive health insurance premiums. How can I find more affordable private plans for my good health in my 30s?

“Will it not move until the student loan and credit card are paid off?” Struggling with a stagnant credit score despite diligent efforts. How can I improve it?
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“Will it not move until the student loan and credit card are paid off?” Struggling with a stagnant credit score despite diligent efforts. How can I improve it?

‘I can take up to ,000 at a 2% interest rate’: I have student loans and financial goals post-graduation. How much should I borrow?
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‘I can take up to $15,000 at a 2% interest rate’: I have student loans and financial goals post-graduation. How much should I borrow?