Money Smart Week Begins
This week–April 17-24–about 100 events will take place for Money Smart Week 2010, the economic outreach program of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. In Iowa,…
Apps You Might Like
If you like to use apps with your mobile phone or electronic device, here are several you might like: 1-Shop Savvy (lets you compare prices) 2-Yelp…
Sending Christmas Cards in 2010? Postage Is Up
Rumor has it the U.S. Postal Service is raising rates for first-class postage again. In a few months, providing the move is approved, a letter will…
Worried About Foreclosure? Watch for Scam
You’ve heard the ads. Maybe you even got a phone call: “Don’t worry, you can stay in your home. Let us help you avoid foreclosure.” But…
Looking for Coupons? Tweet This!
Coupon-clipping shoppers are trading scissors and newspaper ads in favor of high-tech tools. There are deals to be found for those willing to search. If you…
Become a Virtual Coupon User
Coupon-clipping shoppers are trading scissors and newspaper ads in favor of high-tech tools. There are deals to be found for those willing to search. To find…
There’s An App for Couponing
Coupon-clipping shoppers are trading scissors and newspaper ads in favor of high-tech tools. There are deals to be found for those willing to search. To find…
Roth IRA: Convert It or Not?
Recent tax changes have several financial planners extolling the virtues of converting a traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a Roth IRA. It makes sense for…
See How Your Medical Expenses Add Up
Many consumers have no idea how much they pay for trips to the doctor, dentist and pharmacy. Health insurance premiums and co-payments can be confusing, and…
Seek Checking Account with Higher Interest
Feel like your money is earning a measly interest rate? Some bank and credit union customers get surprisingly good interest on checking accounts. These are referred…
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