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Jeremy's Financial Planning Blog March 2008 Archive

By Jeremy Vohwinkle, About.com Guide to Financial Planning

Watch Out for Hidden Credit Card Fees

Sunday March 30, 2008
If you're like most people, you probably get a lot of credit card offers in the mail. Many of these offers provide some attractive low interest rates, balance transfers, or ... Read More

Break Your Overspending Habits by Understanding the Cause

Thursday March 27, 2008
Do you find it difficult to keep your spending under control? It isn't an uncommon problem, and for many people, spending money makes them feel good. But like most things, ... Read More

The Importance of an Emergency Fund

Tuesday March 25, 2008
What happens when the game of life deals you some bad cards? It could be a job loss, illness, an accident, or a number of unexpected events that put a ... Read More

Determining How Much Home Can You Afford

Saturday March 22, 2008
Real estate, mortgages, and the credit crisis have been making headlines for many months, and for good reason. Buying a home is likely one of the biggest and most important ... Read More

Beware of the Warning Signs of Too Much Debt

Wednesday March 19, 2008
Do you have debt that is bogging you down and keeping you from reaching your financial goals? Using credit and debt can be a powerful tool that allows you to ... Read More

A Big Weekend for Economic News

Monday March 17, 2008
When talking about the financial markets, we usually think in terms of Monday through Friday. Generally, weekends are quiet when it comes to major announcements or news, but this past ... Read More

What to do if You Can't Pay Your Taxes

Sunday March 16, 2008
Nobody likes to pay taxes, but what happens if you find out that you simply don't have the money to pay what you owe? While there isn't a way out ... Read More

Check the Status of Your Tax Refund Online

Thursday March 13, 2008
Have you filed your taxes and expecting a federal tax refund this year? You can now check the status of your refund online easily with the help of the IRS ... Read More

5 Ways to Save on Gas

Tuesday March 11, 2008
With oil prices continuing to set record high prices lately, it may mean higher prices at the pump. There are many different ways to save on gas, with some are ... Read More

Make the Most of Your Income Tax Refund

Friday March 7, 2008
As the April 15th deadline rapidly approaches, more and more people are beginning to file their tax returns in hopes of receiving a refund. This year, the estimated average refund ... Read More

Poll: Are Gas Prices Affecting Your Spending Habits?

Tuesday March 4, 2008

Don't Neglect Your Maturing CDs - It Could Cost You

Saturday March 1, 2008
If you keep money in CDs (Certificate of Deposits) at the bank, you want to make sure that you keep tabs on when they mature. Generally, your bank or credit ... Read More
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