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Online Library Resources

  • Cheney, Karen. "Too Busy To Start Planning." Money 37.7 (2008): 33. MASUltra.
    • "The article presents a strategy to organize personal finances in seven weeks.... Among the tips the article suggests are setting up an emergency fund, reviewing life insurance policies, getting rid of extra credit cards, and paying bills using an automated service provided by banks."
  • Reshwan, R. (2014). Smart Steps to Increase Your Pay. U.S. News Digital Weekly, 6(9), 51. Academic Search Premier.
    • "The article offers tips on how to get salary increase. The steps include determining a balance of power in employer/employee relationships, identifying the reason for getting a raise, supporting reasoning with evidence, requesting a meeting, planning ways to handle conversation with managers and being prepared for the follow up. Prior to negotiating a salary increase, an employee should research salary web sites to determine pay ranges for experiences."

Kiplinger's Personal Finance: This magazine "relates to saving, investing, taxes, insurance, major purchases including homes, education, health, travel & more."

Money: "Personal and family finance magazine with articles providing guidance on making, investing, spending, and saving money."

Consumer Reports Money Advisor: This leading consumer protection organization's publication provides tips and reviews for all sorts of products, including financial products, as well as guidance about avoiding scams and what to do if you are a victim.

Recommended Websites

www.mymoney.gov -- Breaks down money management into five categories: earning, saving, protecting, spending, and borrowing.  Site includes tips and online tools.

Consumer Guide to Financial Self-Defense -- This guide from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards gives principles and advice for consumers to use when working with a financial professional and evaluating investment opportunities.  These tips and strategies can help investors avoid fraud and unethical practices.