Every spring, I start dreaming of all the faraway places I want to go later in the year. Visions of Brazilian beaches, busy New York streets, Italian… Read more “Maximizing Your Travel Budget: Alternative Lodging”
Month: April 2015
What Should You Do When Bad Credit Affects Your Ability to Rent?
I recently posted about what you can do when bad credit affects your job. Besides the impact on your employment, you know that bad credit can also… Read more “What Should You Do When Bad Credit Affects Your Ability to Rent?”
Are You a Victim of ID Theft?
Chances are, you or someone you know is or has been a victim of ID Theft. This is a growing problem in our society that is affecting millions… Read more “Are You a Victim of ID Theft?”
College Grads: Do You Have a Plan to Reach Your Goals?
The Situation Are you a recent college grad? Are you younger than 30? It’s no secret that you have been hit hard by the double whammy of… Read more “College Grads: Do You Have a Plan to Reach Your Goals?”
Four Habits that Promote Financial Well-being – Part Four
For many years, I thought that as long as I had a decent job, didn’t spend “too much” (whatever that means), and balanced my checkbook at the… Read more “Four Habits that Promote Financial Well-being – Part Four”
Are Long-Term Car Loans a Good Idea?
The “Great Recession”, low wages, and lack of job security have meant that you’ve been putting off replacing your worn out car for several years. Unfortunately, you… Read more “Are Long-Term Car Loans a Good Idea?”
Four Habits that Promote Financial Well-being – Part Three
This article is the third in our series about the habits of people who have reached financial well-being. If you have not read the first or second… Read more “Four Habits that Promote Financial Well-being – Part Three”
See an Error on a Bill or on Your Credit Report? Dispute it!
True story: One time, the local gas company failed to turn off my heat at my old apartment. I called about moving to a new address, and… Read more “See an Error on a Bill or on Your Credit Report? Dispute it!”
Working on Your Finances? You Need to Spring Clean
Once, a friend of mine told me that no matter how much money he had, he always ended up spending 20% more than that. Sticking to a… Read more “Working on Your Finances? You Need to Spring Clean”