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Safely Investing Your Savings

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Today’s Mini Money Makeover candidate had what every financially secure person should have-a savings to fall back on in case of emergency. The problem? All of her money was going into that savings account. She was scared to invest. Her money wasn’t working to make her more money. Have the same problem? Watch the video below for some helpful tips.

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    Jean- Where did you find these savings account rates? I am located in Florida, and savings account rates at the local banks are under 1%! Do you recommend any online banks to dump savings if there isn’t anything competitive locally? Thanks!


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