Personal Finance Blog
How 529 plans can help you face those dreaded college bills The economy is weak. Unemployment is high. And with universities projecting price increases of 10 percent or more per year, just the thought of your child’s future college bills is … [Read more...]
The phrase “easier life after bankruptcy” is not an oxymoron. Following a few tips can make your life much easier whether you filed Chapter 7 to eliminate your obligations to repay debts such as credit card bills, or elected a Chapter 13 … [Read more...]
Money expert Farnoosh Torabi discusses the tough financial questions you should be prepared to answer and deal with in the event of an unexpected crisis, including, "What's my credit score?" As always, for a totally free credit report and free … [Read more...]
By: Rick Kahler, CFP® As a financial planner, one of the most common questions I get is, “How do I accumulate wealth?” Many people think wealth comes primarily from owning your own business, holding a high-paying job, investing in real … [Read more...]
Whether you’re shopping to buy or rent a new home, there are steps you can take to ensure you’re home shopping the smart way. Learn about the monetary side of renting and buying a home, how to assess your living needs and creating a plan when … [Read more...]
When you’re living on a tight budget, going out for a night on the town can seem like an extravagant expense, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many ways to cut back your spending but still enjoy a night of good food, drinks and dancing. So … [Read more...]
Even if you’re not a frequent jetsetter, you can still earn plenty of travel rewards by making ordinary daily purchases on specific types of credit cards. Paying your cable bill with a travel rewards credit card rather than with a standard credit … [Read more...]
Over the last couple of years, retirement funds have taken some hard hits. In September, 2008, the Dow Jones Industrial Average posted its biggest single-day lost in history, losing over $1 trillion of its market value. Similar losses were recorded … [Read more...]
By: Rick Oelkers How often do you find yourself having to provide your Social Security Number to qualify for a new home loan, purchase a vehicle, rent an apartment or acquire basic utility services? We live in an era where your credit score … [Read more...]
Identity theft is one of the most prevalent problems in today’s cyber world. People are desperate for money and will do anything to find it. The Internet has brought many benefits to the world as a whole, but it has also opened a new venue for … [Read more...]
As a parent, one of your jobs is to teach your children how to manage money responsibly. And unfortunately, you won’t get much help from schools. According to a recent review of middle school and high school curriculums, personal finance classes … [Read more...]
