Debt Levels Among Senior Citizens on the Rise

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A worrying trend that was first observed during the recession seems to be on a continued upswing, despite an improving financial picture for the nation: rising debt levels among senior citizens. According to CNN Money, using data from the Federal … [Read more...]

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New Survey Finds Class of 2013 Graduating Over $35,000 in Debt

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A new survey from Fidelity finds that the graduating class of 2013 is moving into adulthood with a startling debt level, with $35,200 reported as the average debt load. The student loan crisis is hardly news, but until this point few agencies … [Read more...]

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Could You Pay Off $50,000 of Debt in One Year?

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When looking for inspiration for debt pay off, many consumers read the stories of others who were successful in getting rid of their debt. One such story is the extreme payoff instigated by a couple who managed to pay down $50,000 in debt in one … [Read more...]

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Monday Motivation: 3 Non-Financial Reasons It’s Good To Be Debt Free

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I don’t know about you, but I dream about the day that I’m debt free. Oh, the money I’ll have to spare! I’ll be able to buy a new car, invest more, travel. My income won’t be tied up in payments anymore; I’ll be able to do so many more … [Read more...]

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Monday Motivation: How I Kicked Mindless Spending to the Curb

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I have a confession to make: I used to shop for sport. In fact, I used to shop when I was bored, lonely, stressed or wanting to blow off some steam. I used to make shopping a day-long, social affair. I bought junk that I didn’t need—and a lot of … [Read more...]

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Monday Motivation – The Best Psychological Strategies for Paying Down Debt

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Paying down debt is a mental battle. Sure, numerical factors like principal and APR come into play as you strategize how to eliminate your loans, but there’s a hugely important emotional element to becoming debt-free Not only are you fighting … [Read more...]

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Would YOU Eat Expired Food To Pay Off Your Debt Faster?

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If anyone understands the deep desire to pay off debt quickly, it’s me. Four years ago, after a depressing and distressing hour of addition and subtraction, I learned that I was deeply in debt. Between credit cards, student loans, and a few … [Read more...]

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Monday Motivation – 5-minute Fixes for a Richer 2013

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It’s that time of year again: you’re about a month into the New Year, and your 2013 resolutions are already being put to the test. You’re already spending every ounce of your willpower to go to the gym three times a week, read more, take up a … [Read more...]

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Monday Motivation – How I Paid Off $14,000 in Credit Card Debt in One Year

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Digging yourself out of credit card debt is never easy, but it absolutely can be done. Take it from me, someone who once had over $14,000 in credit card debt; someone who also paid off the entire balance in less than a year. How did I do … [Read more...]

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5 Ways to Eradicate a Holiday Spending Hangover

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The holidays are over and you’re happily kicking off 2013 with a bang. As you prepare to accomplish the financial goals you’ve set for yourself this year, you may be faced with one ugly reminder of your past money blunders: Credit card bills from … [Read more...]

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3 Ways to Start Saving Now, No Excuses

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Increasing wealth and providing for the future is important to all of us. And no matter which way the economy goes, this responsibility lies with us. Have you or a loved one lost a pension or seen your 401k take a big hit? In today’s economy … [Read more...]

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