Yes, Christmas. No, we’re not encouraging you to play “Deck the Halls” or unravel strings of colored lights. We are, however, encouraging you to start saving. Christmas is 5 ½ months away, but it’s not too early to start saving. … [Read more...]
Summer Time: Beat the Heat, Help Your Wallet
July 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Independence Day has passed, baseball’s Midsummer Classic is this weekend, and it’s hotter than July (thank you Stevie Wonder for that slice of enlightened thinking), all of which means you’re probably paying premium price to keep you and your … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Budget-Friendly Shopping at Yard Sales
July 6, 2010 By 1 Comment
If you've set up a budget, you know how hard it can be to keep on track. We all have times when our expenses are bigger than we thought. Shopping at yard sales can balance your budget again in a hurry. Put aside your biases ("new" is not always … [Read more...]
How Financial Reform Will Affect You
July 1, 2010 By 4 Comments
Yesterday, the Quizzle Wire reported that credit card companies are finding ways to get around some new laws passed to protect consumers from unfair credit card practices. These alternative routes were put in place to counteract congressional moves … [Read more...]
