Monthly Archives: July 2012
Negotiating Tips: How to Get a Raise
Income growth is an essential component of financial security. Unfortunately, there’s no guarantee that your income will grow unless you take steps to ensure that it does. In this economy, taking those steps can feel like trying to jog while … Continue reading
Silly Spending Habits Part 1: Missing the Big Picture
People do some silly things with money. Maybe you get caught up in a moment and buy something pricey that you just don’t need – or have any use for. Perhaps you cut back on your 401(k) contribution in favor … Continue reading
Great ’80s Movies and the Smart Financial Lessons They Teach
It’s summer movie blockbuster season! Will you be watching aliens taking over the world? Or taking in a comedy or romance? The ’80s are known for some of the coolest – or worst, depending on your viewpoint – movies ever … Continue reading
Must-Have Money-Saving Tech Tools for Everyone
What tech tool can’t you live without? For some, it’s a smartphone. For others, a laptop or tablet. For us, it’s financial software. Financial software can make every aspect of your money management tasks easier and more accurate. Whether you’re … Continue reading
The Truth About ‘Charge-Off’
If there’s one thing we know for sure about credit, it’s that debt doesn’t just go away. When you’re dealing with high debt, it can be tempting to look for an easy way out. Terms like “debt settlement” and “charge-off” … Continue reading
How Having More (or Fewer) Credit Cards Can Affect Your Credit Score
If you’re monitoring your credit because you believe your credit score could use some work, you may think more credit cards are the last thing you need. Or, you may hope that adding new cards will boost your score. As … Continue reading
All About the Credit Bureaus
You’re probably aware that there are three major credit bureaus, including our parent company, Experian. But do you know what they do—and don’t do? Do you know how they’re the same, and how they differ? The most important credit bureau … Continue reading
Money-saving Websites Can Cook Up Savings
For some people, the Internet is a spending extravaganza. You can buy just about anything online. But the ‘net’ is also a great way to save money, especially on things you need every day like food. From coupon sites that … Continue reading
The Money Advice from Dad that Actually Made Sense
Just like mothers, fathers sometimes offer advice that can leave you shaking your head. Sometimes, however, Dad offers up a gem of wisdom that will shine throughout your lifetime. Here are some of our favorite tidbits of financial advice often … Continue reading
Lessons On Financial Independence From Our Founding Fathers
Is your financial life fireworks and bombs bursting in air? Or is it more of a steady drumbeat toward victory? The campaign to become financially independent can be a lot like staging a revolution: it takes sacrifice, determination and courage … Continue reading