Many people have taken to using debit cards in order to keep themselves from overspending and racking up a lot of credit card debt. It’s a great idea, to be sure, but the problem is that these same people also believe that their debit card gives them as much protection as their credit card and, in … Read more about Beware of these Debit Card Dangers
These are the Biggest Money Mistakes Couples Make When Divorcing
When people get divorced, it’s the spouse who hasn’t had a whole lot of experience with the family’s finances that often ends up on the short end of the stick. Even the spouse that has been taking care of the finances can sometimes make some big mistakes when divorcing, many times due to the extra … Read more about These are the Biggest Money Mistakes Couples Make When Divorcing
Top 4 Expenses Most Consumers Don’t Plan for, but Should
More and more people are starting to realize the importance of saving for retirement as well as for down payments on a new home, vacations and even the occasional “treat” for themselves, but they still miss the mark on unexpected expenses. For example, a recently released survey from American … Read more about Top 4 Expenses Most Consumers Don’t Plan for, but Should
Why Taking your Social Security Benefits Early is a Smart Choice
If you ask most retirement experts, they will tell you that waiting to take your Social Security benefits as long as possible is a great idea. They argue that, by holding off until you reach your full retirement age of 66, the chance that you will maximize your cumulative lifetime benefits will … Read more about Why Taking your Social Security Benefits Early is a Smart Choice
Free Money? Be Careful With That Offer From Your New Bank
Many people are switching banks this summer thanks to lucrative offers being made by more than a dozen of the top 50 banks in the United States. For example, Fifth Third Bank is offering $200 to new customers who deposit $100 in a new checking account using their direct deposit program. When you … Read more about Free Money? Be Careful With That Offer From Your New Bank
This is Why People Hate the Airlines
Most people really love to travel but really hate airlines. Last time the American Customer Satisfaction Index checked, which was in 2012, four of the most hated companies in America were airlines. Of course airlines provide us the ability to do something that, in many cases, can be accomplished by … Read more about This is Why People Hate the Airlines
Summertime Scams to Watch Out For
With summer time in full swing everyone is enjoying the warm weather, the barbecues and poolside chats. Scammers and fraudsters are also enjoying the new opportunities to steal that usually pop up when the warmer weather arrives. Below are 5 of the most common scams that are being seen around the … Read more about Summertime Scams to Watch Out For
Think Smart and Save Money When You Retire
The years people spend in retirement have the potential to be among their most enjoyable. Having spent a lifetime working and contributing to society, it is time for a well-deserved rest and opportunity to devote time and attention to oneself, free from the restraints of full-time employment. Such … Read more about Think Smart and Save Money When You Retire