Too Many Ka-Chings! Not Enough Savings?
At some point, we have all wasted money on something we bought. But many consumers make a habit of buying. Ironically, these same consumers often complain…
How to make filing taxes less stressful
So you’re putting off filing those income taxes again this weekend?! You are not alone. Most of us cringe this time every year when it comes…
Rekindle your love to save? How Romantic!
Just over half of U.S. consumers plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day and will spend a record-breaking $19.6 BILLION on their gifts, according to the National Retail…
It’s Data Privacy Day – 6 Weak Links to Fix
It’s getting harder to keep your data safe, especially online. If it’s only a matter of time before cybersecurity crimes reach every aspect of our lives,…
Best Car-Buying Strategies for Year-End
It’s December and you’ve noticed the car showrooms advertising “the greatest deals ever – buy now!” Who doesn’t want a new car? But does the end…
Bloggers Talk Finance, Trends at FinCon17
Going to FinCon usually means a great week catching up on the latest trends and tech for personal finance. Thanks to fellow blogger and FinCon founder, Philip Taylor –…
When You’re a Family or Financial Caregiver
You don’t plan to be a caregiver. It just happens. You step up. It’s probably not a convenient time in your life. You may not even…
Is layaway a new plan to save?
Remember when…buyers paid cash or wrote a check? There were no debit cards to swipe or phone apps to scan. Credit cards? Consumers without a steady…
Celebrate Women Businesses Owners
Women business owners account for almost one third of all small companies today. Compare that to 40 years ago, when women owned just 5% of America’s…
Cyber Security Tips You Can Use
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Nobody can give a better lesson on protecting yourself from fraud crimes than Frank Abagnale, Jr. You might remember the…
The Money Godmother 