It’s been a rough winter for millions in the US. Whether you’re going across town to grandmother’s house or across the country for a vacation, snow and ice make for dangerous driving conditions which is why it’s important to prepare your vehicle for an emergency during winter travel. Being prepared can save you a lot [...]
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Financial New Year’s Resolutions and How to Achieve Your Money Goals
January 14, 2010
Year after year there are always two New Year’s resolutions that top most lists: losing weight and improving finances. With more people out of work and feeling a financial pinch, even more New Year’s resolutions are focusing on being frugal. If you’ve made it your goal for 2010 to save more and spend less here [...]
How to Find a Great Deal on a Used Car
August 17, 2009
The used car lot is not the only place to find a great deal on a used car. In fact, the deals may be even better if you shop other places. Here are a few ways to find a great deal on a used car.
Auctions
Estate auctions typically sell off everything owned by a person– including [...]
Identity Theft: What Steps Do You Take if it Happens to You?
August 3, 2009
Last week we talked about Red Flag Rules and how this new implimentation could help protect you from identity theft. But what do you do if it happens to you? The Federal Trade Commission has four steps laid out if you believe you are the victim of identity theft.
Step One: Place a Fraud Alert on [...]
Identity Theft: What are Creditors Required to Do to Keep You Safe?
July 27, 2009
Right now the only person truly protecting you from identity theft is yourself. But soon that will change. It’s about to get a whole lot more difficult for the bad guys to wreak havoc with your finances and your credit. Starting August 1, businesses and creditors across the country must have Red Flag Rules in [...]
Finance Company Myth Busters
July 20, 2009
There are a lot of myths circulating regarding finance companies. What are they? Is it the same as a payday loan company? Are they involved with predatory lending? Here are some of the common myths surrounding finance companies, and the truth behind those myths.
Finance companies are the same as payday loan or cash advance stores: [...]
Looking For a Good Deal on a Car? Try a Repo or Auction Site!
July 13, 2009
Looking for a new set of wheels, but don’t have much money to spend? A great deal on a car could be waiting for you on a repo or auction site. Here are a few of the best and most popular websites to check out if you’re looking for a repossessed vehicle.
SeizeCars.com
Most of the cars [...]
Survey: American Dream is Changing
March 23, 2009
According to the 2009 MetLife Study of the American Dream, Americans’ priorities are shifting. There is a move away from consumerism and a renewed focus on spending responsibly. Most Americans are still optimistic that they can achieve or have achieved the American Dream, but what exactly that means is different with the focus now falling [...]
