Easy Ways to Save Money on Clothing
Easy Ways to Save Money on Clothing
Whether you’re shopping only for yourself or outfitting a whole family, shopping for clothing can take a big bite out of your budget. It doesn’t have to, though. With a few smart shopping tips and tricks (and some that involve no shopping at all), you can save money on clothing and still look and feel […]
Read MoreFree Resources to Help Improve Your Credit
Establishing and maintaining good credit is an important part of any financial plan, but it can be hard to strike a balance between building credit and building debt. With a steady stream of credit card offers arriving in your mailbox or popping up online, it’s easy to obtain new credit – but how do you […]
Read MoreReverse Mortgage 101: Debunking Common Myths
With so many scams targeted at the elderly, many people wonder whether reverse mortgages are a legitimate option or simply another scheme. Simply said, a reverse mortgage or Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) enables homeowners 62 years and older to convert part of their home equity into tax-free cash. It may prove a good solution […]
Read MoreDownload These Money-saving Apps Now
Are you making the most of your smart phone? If you’re not using at least one money-saving mobile app, the answer is no. Mobile apps are rapidly replacing cumbersome paper coupons to help you save money everywhere from grocery stores to restaurants. There are even apps that do the comparison shopping for you to help […]
Read MoreBusting the Myths of Student Loan Forgiveness
If you have student loans, you’ve no doubt heard about student loan forgiveness. You have probably seen ads on TV promising instant ‘student loan relief.’ Or received mailers from companies telling you they know the ‘secret’ to eliminating your student loans. Of course, they’re willing to share that secret – for a hefty price. The number of […]
Read MoreHow Do I Deal with Debt Collector Harassment?
Dealing with calls from a debt collector can be unpleasant at best; dehumanizing at worst. Most debt collection agents are paid on commission and receive minimal training, which can lead them to behave aggressively. The law forbids them from using threatening language or profanity. (That doesn’t mean they won’t, however). Fortunately, the Federal Trade Commission […]
Read More5 Ways to Save Money on Moving
Whether you’re just moving across town or making a major move across the country, moving is stressful. So stressful, in fact, that many mental health experts place it near the top of the list of most stressful life events. It’s not just the move itself, but the planning, disruption of routine and the expense of […]
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