Who Sees Your Credit Card Data?
I recently made hotel reservations directly through the most magical resort in Orlando, and booked with my credit card. The person in reservations repeated my credit…
Make a Money Mistake? Most of Us Do
If you’ve made some bad financial mistakes lately, you’re not alone. Two out of three Americans adults have, whether we admit it or not. The typical…
Should You Have a Perfect Credit Score?
The top FICO credit score is 850. Very few of us achieve that. According to the creator of the FICO score (Fair Isaac Corporation), only .5%…
The Early Bird Gets the Money
While “the Joneses” are waiting in line to save a few bucks on Black Friday, you might save thousands for college by getting a head start…
Don’t Let Thieves Steal Your Identity
If someone steals your wallet, it’s important to thwart credit card losses as soon as you can. To do that, call the three credit bureaus: Equifax,…
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…
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…
Hard to Imagine U.S. Debt? Here’s a Picture
When we talk about trillions of dollars, it’s hard to imagine exactly how that stacks up. Well, check out a visual rendition at http://usdebt.kleptocracy.us/
Iowa Launches Financial Education for Schools
Governor Branstad today announced the launch of the Iowa Financial Literacy Program, an online program to teach Iowa students core concepts of personal finance. The program…
Money Smart Week is April 2-9
Money Smart Week Iowa is a great way to learn about managing money. It’s a weeklong celebration April 2-9. Check this website for details: www.moneysmartweek.org/iowa. There…
The Money Godmother 