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I’m a parent… now what? Valuable Parenting Advice for Three Stages of Child Development

Seeking out housing assistance is just one of life’s stressors for you, a parent. You’re also dealing with your child’s developmental needs, wants, and challenges. Your parenting strategies will follow a similar developmental path as you try to keep up with your child’s growth. In early childhood, you’ll be focused on establishing household rules …

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It’s summer, let someone else drive!

Life / By Compass

As Summer approaches and gas prices soar, public transit has become a more friendly option. Here is some helpful up to date info on North County area transit. For individuals on SSI/SSD or documented disability there is a discounted bus pass available. One acquires it at the Oceanside Transit Center, no appointment is needed. *You …

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Gas Prices: What to Consider?

Finance, Life / By Compass

This blog post is not just about how gas prices got so high although in part-it is about that. It’s to suggest that it’s time to consider how to prepare for Summer; when we consider the pattern that gas has always been more expensive in CA in the summer months.What are an individual’s real options? …

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Military Parents: Here’s How to Get Your Budget in Order and Finances on Track

Finance, Life / By Compass

Time to SPRING ahead!

Life / By Compass

Its that time again, and you don’t want to be late! Our clocks move ahead on hour on April 30th as we SPRING ahead! Daylight Savings Time was conceived of by Benjamin Franklin in a 1784 series of letters. While different now from its original conception, it has still thrived as a concept because of …

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Starting Early: How to Build a Business as a Teenager

Education, Life / By Compass

If you’re a teenager already thinking about your career, chances are you have some of the necessary qualities for being an entrepreneur. There are many benefits to starting a business in your teens, and there are countless business ideas that could prove a perfect match to your goals, skills, and experience. Below, Compass has provided …

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The Acronyms of Finance

Finance / By Compass

All financial industries use acronyms for words that are anything but common, and they can be confusing. There are so many, and it can be very intimidating if you don’t understand. It can also be the cause of financial errors that can raise your personal costs. I find these acronyms to be overwhelming when not …

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Scholarship Opportunity

Education / By Compass

Eligibility Resident of San Diego County who has been affected by affordable housing or desires to have an impact on affordable housing. About The Allgire foundation is offering scholarships in four different categories each with varying guidelines and deadlines. These include the “Mary Ellen Grant memorial scholarship”, “The Mary Lou Allgire memorial scholarship”, “The Allgire …

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Embrace Your New Country While Loving Your Heritage

Life / By Compass

Leaving your home country behind isn’t easy, and it is even harder when you face language barriers and a new culture. If you’re an immigrant to the United States, you may feel isolated and overwhelmed as you try to become familiar with the expectations in your new community. Fortunately, there are some things you can …

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Celebrating the holidays on a budget

Finance, Life / By Compass

Tips for you! Holidays can be very stressful, trying to give to those around you when you are on a tight budget. But Christmas shopping doesn’t have to be a budget-buster. There are plenty of ways you can cut back on holiday expenses, shaving off a few dollars or even eliminating them entirely. Make a …

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