How FDIC Protects Your Money at the Bank
Tuesday January 27, 2009
With more bank failures and financial turmoil in the news, consumers are worried about what this means for their money deposited at the bank. What actually happens when your bank ... Read More
Use the Right Tax Forms for Your 2008 Taxes
Sunday January 25, 2009
In just a matter of weeks you should have all of the documents and information you need to complete your tax return. Even so, how do you know which tax ... Read More
Beware of Hidden Credit Card Fees
Friday January 23, 2009
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
How to Find a Lost Pension
Tuesday January 20, 2009
Are you entitled to a pension benefit from an old employer that is no longer in business? Tracking down this money could be difficult, but the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation ... Read More
Financial Planning With a Special Needs Child
Sunday January 18, 2009
Financial planning is important for everyone, but those with a special needs child or dependent have a few special considerations. It's even more important to think ahead to the future ... Read More
Quickly Estimate How Long it Takes Your Money to Double With the Rule of 72
Friday January 16, 2009
Have you ever wondered how you can quickly estimate how fast your money or investments will grow? Sure, you can plug numbers into a financial calculator or software program to ... Read More
Free Financial Advice from Kiplinger Today and on January 30th
Tuesday January 13, 2009
Kiplinger is partnering with the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors for an event called Jump-Start Your Retirement Plan Days. During this event you'll have access to fee-only financial planners ... Read More
10 Tips for Creating a Good Budget
Sunday January 11, 2009
What makes a good budget? Is it simply being as detailed as possible, or is there more to it than that? Surprisingly, there are many aspects of a budget that ... Read More
Should Students Have a Credit Card?
Friday January 9, 2009
A common question I receive from parents is whether or not their son or daughter heading off to college should have a credit card. While it isn't a simple yes ... Read More
Improve Your Credit Score in 2009
Wednesday January 7, 2009
Bad credit got you down? Make 2009 the year to improve your credit with a few easy steps. No, there isn't a quick fix to your credit problems, but by ... Read More
Try Using Cash to Control Spending
Sunday January 4, 2009
If you're like most people, you use plastic for many of your daily purchases. Since more places take credit or debit cards and many of these cards offer rewards or ... Read More
Consider Online Banks for Higher Interest Rates
Friday January 2, 2009
Stock market got you down? Looking to put more money away in case of an emergency or job loss? If so, you've probably been thinking about stashing more money away ... Read More