Protecting Your Credit Card When Making Purchases
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]It took my parents a long time to embrace technology. I think my mom finally understands Facebook and they can now navigate the Internet…
2012 Presidential Election Spending
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]You’ve likely noticed that the presidential election has become rather contentious this year. It seems like the candidates are sparing no expense in their…
House Hunting
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]When I was on maternity leave with my daughter a couple of years ago, I was forced to watch a lot of daytime television.…
Donating to Charity
American families are being more careful than ever with their hard-earned money. Most families have had to cut back in some way, whether that…
Smart Phone Apps To Help You Save Money
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]According to an article on CNN.com as of March 2012, more than 50% of adults either own a smartphone (iPhone, Blackberry, or Android) or…
Financial Tips Every College Freshman Should Know
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]As college freshmen experience their first taste of real freedom, making smart financial decisions is probably the last thing on their mind. But if…
Teaching Kids About Money, Part 3
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]As your children get older, teaching kids about money is even more important. They become increasingly more able to understand the value of money…
Teaching Kids About Money, Part 1
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]Recently, my five year old son and I were at the store and he spotted a toy that he’d been asking to buy for…
Direct Deposit Demystified
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]Have you ever wondered how your paycheck is directly deposited into your account every two weeks? Is it technology at work? Is it magic? …
The Benefits of Credit Cards
[custom_frame_left][/custom_frame_left]Over 178 million Americans have at least one credit card. Of those, the average credit card balance is about $16,000. Often, statistics like this…
