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Simplify Budgeting with the 50/30/20 Approach

Budgeting can be tough, especially if debt has already started piling up — or the amount you think you’re spending doesn’t match up with your credit card statement. That’s why it can be helpful to start with a flexible framework that makes it easy to visualize your spending and saving habits, while still allowing you to have some fun with your money.

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Pay off debt sooner with balance transfers

It’s easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of holiday spending. So much so, that sometimes you spend more than you planned. However, here at LMCU, we’re hopeful a balance transfer might help! Hear what our lending expert, Joe Batt, has to say on transferring credit card balances after the holidays.

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Plan ahead for the holiday budget crunch

Every year, millions of Americans celebrate the holidays with traditions such as throwing parties and buying gifts for family and friends. Unfortunately, many also participate in a tradition that lands them in debt -- spending more than they can afford.This year, break the buy-now, worry-later habit by creating -- and sticking to -- a special holiday spending plan. It won’t take long, and you’ll still be able to spread cheer without completely draining your wallet.