From a young age, I was taught to fear the check engine light. To me, that little icon meant to expect smoke, flames, and the imminent death of your vehicle if you didn’t pull over immediately. With that kind of perspective, you can imagine what was going through my head when an audible “ding” was […]
You’ve tried setting a budget and sticking to it. You can’t, so you blow more money than you would have had you not set the budget in the first place. Why is it so hard? And what should you do about it? Budgets are hard because they’re so restrictive — almost suffocating. When your friends […]
Thanksgiving is over. Christmas is quickly approaching, after which we’ll head into the new year. It’ll be just a few short weeks before everyone starts setting their resolutions. And, just in case you’re resolved to save more money next year, I’ve got some tips for you. Here are 5 practical ways you can increase your […]
I can’t remember the last time I went shopping on Black Friday. Yet, somehow I always manage to find good deals on quality gifts. While I do think there are some good deals to be had on Black Friday, I also think it’s overrated. Plus, shopping on Black Friday can lead to a lot of […]
Fraudsters are a clever bunch, so a discerning eye is a must for avoiding most financial fraud schemes. Confusing terms and conditions lead many consumers to believe they’re doing something beneficial, when they’re actually feeding into one of many schemes that con artists have planned out ahead of time. If you’re trying to find ways […]
Recently, I received a call from a number with a Washington, D.C. area code. On the line was someone claiming to be from the IRS, and claiming that I owe taxes. For a second, panic clutched at me; however, I quickly regained my senses and hung up the phone. It’s a scary thing to think […]
