July 2010 Accounting Newsletter

1. SECRETS TO A MORE AFFORDABLE VACATION
Have you made reservations for your summer vacation or, like many, are you postponing it until 2011? Here are some ideas to help you lower the cost of a vacation to fit your budget and still get priceless memories your family can share for years to come.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=14872

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2. BUY VERSUS RENT: WHAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU?
Common wisdom holds that in the long-term, it's always better to buy a home than to rent. However, given the changes in how people work and live over the last 20 years, buying is not necessarily better than renting. A New Jersey CPA shares his insights in the latest NJSCPA financial literacy podcast.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?sid=14880

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3. SMART WAYS TO USE YOUR TAX REFUND
If you were fortunate enough to get a tax refund this year, here's advice on some of the best ways to use it.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?sid=14878

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4. NEW CREDIT CARD RULES AND WHAT THEY MEAN TO YOU
Did you know there are new rules governing the fees and penalties that credit card companies can charge you? Find out why the changes are important, and learn some tips for managing credit cards.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?sid=14877

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5. SEVEN WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON GROCERIES
Although it may not seem like it, food costs are still one of the most flexible areas in many families' budgets. While you may have little control over your mortgage or day care costs, you can probably save money on groceries. Start saving with these tips.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/7-ways-to-save-money-on-groceries-1.aspx