With tax return season nearing its peak, many consumers are looking at purchasing a new or used car. For many, tax returns are enough to provide or supplement a down payment for a new vehicle. However, there’s more to the cost of a new car than the purchase price. Here are a few expenses to […]
A few weeks ago, my wife and I had an unpleasant call from Visa cardmember services. They informed us that our credit card number may have been stolen and that we needed to call them immediately. After being connected, the representative asked me if I had made any purchases in Mexico recently. I replied that […]
Online banking and shopping are some of the perks of our tech-savvy culture. But providing financial information for online activities can put your money (and your identity) at risk. The key to safe online financial transactions is to be informed and cautious. Here are a few tips to help you stay safe while shopping and […]
If you’re a renter, or are planning on renting in the future, you’ll need to deal with a landlord. Though there are many different types of rental situations, there a few ways to deal with landlords that’ll almost always apply. Be Adamant When my wife and I moved into our first place together, we settled […]
Social media is more than a way to share images on Facebook for your family and friends. It’s a hiring network. The swell of Twitter, Google+ Communities, LinkedIn, and more means that you have more possibilities than ever to connect with people you’re interested in working with. You can do it in 140 characters on […]
Even though the majority of Americans are worried about the possibility of outliving their retirement money, passing away with a still-loaded IRA could cause its own set of headaches for your heirs. Whether you’ve recently become the beneficiary of a loved one’s IRA, or are planning ahead in case your retirement account outlives you, here’s […]
