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Meredith Rines

Accountant and Certified Financial Planner

Wife, Mom, MBA, Certified Financial Planner, and a budget and financial strategist helping families pay off debt and live the life they've always wanted. Meredith resides in Missouri with her husband, their 4-year-old son, and their 3 rescue dogs.

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Decoding Your Maternity Leave Policy

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When To Use a Credit Card, Debit Card, and Cash

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How to Create a Monthly Family Budget

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How To Put Together an Annual Family Budget

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How To Save Money and Time Grocery Shopping for Your Family

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How to Have a Money Date: Tips for Managing Finances Together

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Why You Should Hire a Financial Planner for Your Family

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5 Habits To Help Grow Your Money With Young Children

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5 Easy Ways To Save Money on Baby Costs

Babies (3 - 11 months)

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3 Proven Ways To Remove Financial Stress While Pregnant

Pregnancy Lifestyle

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5 Questions To Ask Your Human Resources Department When Pregnant

Second Trimester

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Should You Give Your Kids an Allowance?

School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

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Why It’s Important to Teach Kids About Money (With Tips & Games)

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Decoding Your Maternity Leave Policy

Second Trimester

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6 Tips for Creating a Maternity Leave Money Plan

Third Trimester

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Staying on Budget With a New Baby

Newborns (0 - 2 months)

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How To Start a College Fund for Your Child

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5 Steps To Understanding Your Health Insurance Before Giving Birth

Second Trimester

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Pregnancy Lifestyle

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Financial Planning for Baby: Paying Down Debt vs. Building Savings

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