Listening to financial pundits, it’s easy to think that the end of the world occurred last Thursday. The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in a contentious referendum. While the implications of this decision are many and wide-ranging, there’s no need to panic. What the Brexit does The referendum in the United Kingdom […]
What is a share savings certificate? A share savings certificate is much like the familiar certificate of deposit (CD) offered by banks. It acts like a traditional savings account in that you deposit money to collect dividends over time. It differs from a traditional savings account, though, because you cannot withdraw or deposit money at […]
Q: I was shopping for a new handbag online and noticed a huge difference in prices between retailers. One had a bag for $20, while the other had the same for $200! The first option seems too good to be true. Should I be wary of that amazing deal? A: It’s possible, though very […]
Avoiding The ‘Catfish’ And Other Heartless Scams – Financial Safety On Dating Sites Meeting new people is difficult for many adults. After college and the first few weeks on a new job, the number of people you’ll encounter as a part of your everyday life starts to drop off pretty dramatically. If you’re looking for […]
Author: Kalyn Brooke There’s lots of savings advice on the Internet. It’s everywhere! Negotiate your bills. Clip coupons. Don’t read advertisements. Use cash. Use credit cards for rewards. Pay off your credit cards and put them in the freezer. Trying to keep it all straight is like juggling plates on top of sticks, so […]
A 20th Century Solution To A 21st Century Problem Thirty years ago, trying to spend more money than you had wasn’t just embarrassing; it was a scandal. Since checks didn’t process instantly, a shopkeeper would have no way of knowing until days after the purchase. Writing one bad check would cost you check-writing privileges at […]
Q: I’m hoping to buy a house in the next few months. How much of a down payment should I have saved up? A: When you think about your down payment, balance is key. If you think you might sell the house within just a few years of ownership, having a large down payment […]
Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re involved in recreation league sports, hiking, or barbecues, there’s something for everyone. Usually, flying pests are just a nuisance. The worst they do is provide a minor irritation to an otherwise fine outing. This year looks to be different, though. The Zika […]
If you been approved for a mortgage for your next home, you might be assuming you can breathe easy now and just concentrate on packing and preparing for your move. Not yet. While most of your hard work of building a good credit profile and amassing savings for a down payment and closing costs is behind […]
Don’t Drink The Water! How To Be On Alert For Water Purifier Scams For millions of Americans, warming weather and longer days mean more than just baseball and allergies. It’s a great time to be rolling up your sleeves, opening up the toolbox and getting started on home improvement projects. With recent crises like the […]