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Smartphone Parenting: Apple, In-App Purchases and Apps

A while ago I wrote about an app game called Smurfs and how people could purchase an item called smurfberries. The kicker is that smurfberries cost real money and you can purchase smurfberries through in-app purchases. The Smurfs game is only one example of a seemingly free type of app game.

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The Best Credit Cards for Teens: Smart Financial Start

Which Credit Card Should Your Teen Get? Just when you thought you were finally getting over the college applications, you now have to think about sending your kid to college and hoping they will make smart decisions - and that includes the money part too. Let’s face it, financial literacy is an essential skill for…

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Navigating the 2024 United States Real Estate Market

The pandemic's far-reaching impact on economies worldwide has set in motion a series of events, including a surge in inflation rates and a rapid increase in mortgage rates. This economic upheaval has led many prospective homebuyers across the United States to bide their time, awaiting the right opportunity to venture into the real estate market.…

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How to Be a Superhero (Magic Not Required)

Anyone looking for a light, breezy read today might feel the urge to click elsewhere when I mention that September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. But wait! If you stick with me, you’ll soon see that this is an article about health, hope, and happiness — and how you can achieve each of those…