Want to Save Money?
According to Bankrate.com, as many as 72 million American consumers would save on groceries, doctor’s visits, and health insurance premiums if they would eat better.
Americans Make Their Cars Last
Americans aren’t springing for new cars these days, according to the automobile industry. The average age of vehicles on the road today is nearly 11 years…
FICO Deems Credit Behavior Is “Steady”
Credit, credit, credit. We hear a lot about credit and debt, creditworthiness, credit history, credit scores. Just how are Americans handling the changing credit scene? It…
New Bureau Says Credit Misunderstood
The new Consumer Financial Protection bureau (CFPB) has been focused on collecting credit card complaints since it began on July 21, 2011. So far, more than…
Free Shipping Garners More In Sales
Free shipping. It’s one of consumers’ favorite holiday promotions. And, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) recent survey, 9 out of 10 retailers plan to…
Think About This…
The difference between a dream and a goal…is a plan. Do you have a plan to reach your financial goals? Or are you thinking it’s about…
Can you make a great wage?
Your college major can make all the difference in how high your salary–and your career–can soar. Take a look at this list at the career prospects for…
How much do you owe in student loans? Do you know?
The amount college students borrow is skyrocketing. The current Administration is offering students a chance to consolidate their federal student loans, but that isn’t the problem.…
Find a Penny, Pick It Up…
Last week, I heard an intriguing story on American Public Media—about a runner who has found spare change on the ground nearly every day for 33…
What’s Happening to Bank Fees?
Thanks to a new rule that requires banks to charge retailers a lower fee for debit card transactions, you will probably see more fees on your…
The Money Godmother 