Learn more about some of the great financial tools offered inside of Quizzle, including SmartyPig, an online “piggy bank” that helps people save for specific goals like a wedding, vacation, car, a down payment on a new home, home improvement or other “big ticket” expenses.
Posts Tagged ‘saving account’
US Series I Savings Bonds: A Bad Idea for Your Tax Refund?
March 29, 2011If you’re fortunate enough to receive a tax refund this year, you may be interested in stashing that money somewhere safe where it can grow. A US Series I Savings bond is considered by many to be a conservative investment for several reasons. Find out what perks the IRS is offering to put your tax refund into savings bonds, what the benefits of these investments are and if they’re right for you and your money.
Savings Accounts: Online vs. Offline
March 11, 2011Everyone is in pursuit of the highest interest rate savings account. Traditionally, opening a savings account requires a trip to your local bank. Modern times call for modern measures and now online savings accounts allow you to open and manage your savings account completely on the Internet. Before you run off to open your online savings account, first learn the pros and cons of each type of account.
Cash Savings: Is It Better to Sit on It, Invest It or Use It?
January 28, 2011If you happen to be sitting on some extra cash, you may be wondering how to put it to its best use. The answer depends on your personal financial situation. Learn how to assess your situation and determine when to save your cash, when to invest it and when to use it to pay down or pay off debt.
4 Ways to Keep More of Your Monthly Income
January 6, 2011Most consumers are looking for ways to stretch their income and maybe save more money for the future. If you get ever short on cash, the easiest way for you to solve this problem is to cut down your monthly expenses. Saving money may not be an easy task to do, but it’s definitely not impossible no matter what your personal financial situation is. Here are four easy ways for you to keep more of your monthly income.
Should I Make an Extra Mortgage Payment?
December 6, 2007I know, it’s the holidays and extra cash is a rarity for most of us. But if you’re in the lucky spot of being able to afford putting extra money toward your mortgage, there are a few questions you should ask yourself first if you want to make the right choice financially, according to ABC News and the experts.
Make the Most of Your Savings
December 4, 2007Has your rainy day fund taken a hit lately? Interest rates have fallen recently, which may be good for your mortgage, but not necessarily for your savings account. Now’s the time to take a closer look at where you’re keeping your hard-earned savings and if you’re making the most of your money.
