What Exactly is Bitcoin? 7 Facts About Bitcoin
Bitcoin became all the rage among many investors in 2017 – and even people who don’t regularly invest have gotten in on the action with this cryptocurrency. If a friend has been telling you how much money he or she made from buying cryptocurrency, you may be wondering: Should I invest in cryptocurrency? Some of you may […]
4 Smart Ways To Shop Smart, Entertain And Decorate On A Holiday Budget
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend $680 billion during the holidays, and the average family will be shelling out $660 on gifts, toys and other holiday items. If you’ve already done a ton of shopping during Black Friday or Cyber Monday, it’s important to make sure you don’t go overboard […]
The Most Maxed-Out Places in America
Credit card balances in the U.S. now total roughly $1 trillion, the most since 2009, according to recent Federal Reserve data. While not all those balances represent debt that won’t be paid off each month, many consumers do struggle with credit card debt. One clear signal that a consumer might be in trouble with credit […]
Holiday Shopping: 5 Apps to Save Cash, Make Money & Protect Your Credit
Americans engaged in record levels of online holiday shopping during both Black Friday and Thanksgiving online sales in the United States – a spending surge that suggests online holiday shopping will continue to be strong for the rest of the 2017 holiday shopping season. According to Adobe Analytics, which tracks purchases at the largest 100 […]
5 Horrible Things About the GOP Tax Plan
President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are trying to rush a massive tax “reform” plan through Congress with as little as possible public hearings on the matter. It’s little wonder that the GOP doesn’t want too much scrutiny into this misguided, unfair tax proposal, because this tax plan – which the House has already […]
Can I Qualify for a Mortgage After Bankruptcy?
Q: My husband and I are in our final year of bankruptcy this year. We did a chapter 13 in sept 2010. Income has significantly increased over the years and we would like to purchase a new home this year. My question is how soon after our bankruptcy disclosure might we qualify for a loan – with […]
How to Start a Conversation About Money with Your Children
Here’s our newly updated series of books and ebooks to help start a conversation and talk to your young children about money. The Millionaire Kids Club is a series created to help children understand various money topics. Each book in the Millionaire Kids Club series addresses the following money concepts: Garage Sale Riches – Saving money, […]
4 Thanksgiving Day Disasters to Avoid
Thanksgiving Day celebrations typically involve family, food and fun. But Thanksgiving can also bring a number of disasters that can wreck the occasion – and wreck your budget too. Here are 4 Thanksgiving Day disasters to avoid if you want to stay happy, healthy and financially sound this holiday season. Disaster #1: Food Fires The […]
The FTC’s Crackdown on Student Loan Scammers
For nearly 40 million Americans, student loans are a big problem, with a staggering $1.4 trillion in outstanding balances (only 2nd to mortgage debt). Many consumers who are struggling to pay down their student-loan debt may been desperate for a solution to their problems. Have you been paying your student loans off through a 3rd-party […]
4 Frightening Financial Facts for Halloween
This Halloween, Americans are doling out a lot of money — a record $9.1 billion on costumes, candy and decorations, according to the National Retail Federation. That works out to be $86 per person. Meantime, a survey from LendEDU says the average American will spend double that amount, or $170, to celebrate Halloween. But even as Halloween spending […]
How to Deal With Out-of-State Debt Collectors and Report FDCPA Violations
Dealing with out-of-state debt collectors can be stressful—especially when you’re unsure whether their collection attempts are even legal. If you’re in California and being contacted by a debt collector based in Delaware, you’re right to ask questions. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what to know, what to check, and how to report violations if the […]
5 Tips to Protect Your Paycheck from Wage Garnishment
Do you have a lot of unpaid debts? If so, your creditors may threaten your paycheck with wage garnishment. Wage garnishment occurs when a court issues an order to withhold a percentage of your paycheck until your debts are paid off. For large debts, this can be financially devastating. Is there something you can do? […]
4 Apps That Tap Into Your Credit Card’s Hidden Benefits
Credit Card Benefits: Your credit card does more than just allow purchases—it offers a treasure trove of hidden perks like price protection, extended warranties, purchase protection, and exclusive rewards. The catch? These benefits often require complex claims and paperwork that many people forget or ignore. But in today’s tech-savvy world, smart apps are stepping in […]
Credit Freeze Explained and How to Protect Your Credit
After the Equifax data breach where thieves stole the Social Security numbers and personal info of 143 million Americans, many people are considering credit freezes to lock down their credit reports. But some folks ask: “Why should I have to PAY for a credit freeze just because Equifax got hacked? Well, actually, you don’t. ALL […]
How to Protect Your Credit After The Equifax Data Breach
Scores of Americans are worried about the latest huge cyber hack in the U.S., an Equifax data breach that could impact up to 143 million consumers nationwide. Equifax, one of the country’s biggest credit bureaus, says cyber criminals hacked into its systems and gained unlawful access to people’s Social Security numbers, names, addresses, birth dates, […]