12 Tips to Stretch Your Budget

Nov 12th, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

When you’re working paycheck to paycheck or, even if you are able to save a little money, you’ve probably found yourself looking for new and creative ways to stretch your money. We offer 12 ways to get you started.



Fending Off Debt Collectors

Sep 21st, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

Debt collectors can pester you day and night about past due bills. Some even take advantage of those owing money. However, with a few tips, you can fend off debt collectors and focus on the real task of paying down your debt.



New Credit Card Rules Keep the Consumer Informed

Sep 10th, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

The first phase of the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure (CARD) Act went into effect Thursday, Aug. 26, 2009. The CARD act gives credit card users the choice to say “No” if their credit card company increases their interest rates and the company must notify consumers at least three weeks in advance before the   [Read More …]



How to Prevent Identity Theft

Aug 31st, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

Have you had a friend or a family member find strange transactions on their credit card that they didn’t make? Have you ever received a call from a debt collection agency demanding money for a purchase you never made? Then you could be a victim of identity theft. Identity theft occurs when a criminal uses   [Read More …]



New Options to Reduce Your Federal Student Loan Payments

Aug 21st, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

On July 1, 2009, the government implemented a program called the Income Based Repayment Plan, which helps individuals with student loan debt reduce their monthly payments.



Tending Your Nest Egg

Aug 20th, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

Saving money is an afterthought for most people. But, by changing your habits, you can start to see the short and long term benefits of a healthy nest egg.



Saving for a Rainy (or Stormy) Day

Aug 6th, 2009 | By site_admin | Category: Financial

In these times of uncertainty, having funds to tide a family over during a period of joblessness is more important than ever. We give you five strategies to start putting money aside.