Needs Vs. Wants: Getting Down and Dirty with That Budget
There's broke, and then there's "digging through your couch cushions for change to buy groceries" broke. I've been both more than once in my life, and I quickly learned the difference between "needs" ...
There's a New W-4 for 2020. Here's What You Need to Know.
Your employer may ask you to complete the new W-4 but cannot require you to do so.
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Predators
There's a lot at stake these days, maybe more than ever before, so we have to stay vigilant against attempts to sway us without our knowledge and against our will.
It's Tax Time! Check Out These Tips
It's tax time. This year your federal income tax return for 2019 is due on Wednesday April 15, 2020. The following tips can help you with filing your taxes.
Talking About a Rip-Off!
Have you ever been scammed? It's terrible, no matter how much money you lose. But how do scams happen, and what can you learn from others who have been through this before?
Protect Your Messenger Accounts from Scammers and Hackers!
Are you on a messenger platform or program? Like WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat and the like? Are you aware of how many scams are happening on these platforms? Learn more...
IRS Extends Filing Deadline. Should You Wait?
The IRS has extended the federal income tax filing due date to July 15, 2020. This applies to all taxpayers. You don't have to apply for this extension.
Are You a Sucker for Student Loans?
It's worth taking some time, effort, and ingenuity to figure out how to make it work for you. So go for it! Learn, grow, improve your prospects!
These Sites and Articles May Help You Weather the Impact of the Coronavirus
Some of these are from major newspapers which are providing free access to many articles.
How-Many-Factor-Authentication?
How many online accounts do you have? Are they safe from hackers and scammers? If so, that means you've probably been careful, or at least lucky.
Do You Know These 8 Coronavirus Scams and Myths?
Crisis and disaster headlines typically generate misinformation and scammers try to take advantage of the situation. The novel coronavirus is no different.
It's Time to Up Your Personal Privacy Game
Whether they are listening to us, watching us, or silently collecting data, there are steps you can take to reduce or stop the data collection.
How to Fact Check Coronavirus Information
So, how do you determine what is factual, useful, misleading or false when it comes to the Coronavirus?
The Revolutionary Hipster's Thrifty Gift Guide
Stop the madness! Here are some simple ways to undercut the gluttony of the holidays and show people you love them in ways that count.
What Makes a Source Trustworthy?
Fake News. Newsfeed bubbles. Partisanship. We hear a lot about bias these days, from just about every direction! Isn't it unavoidable?
Streaming, Cable, Satellite, or Antenna? How Do You Watch TV?
It's great to have so many choices, but how much is it costing you? Could you save money by choosing different options? Review your options using these tips.
How Much Do You Spend on Subscriptions in a Year?
By taking the time to review all of your subscriptions and recurring payments, you can reduce unnecessary spending and increase your savings.
The Lowdown on Super Market-ing
When you shop, you come home with more products than anticipated, right? I'm even willing to bet that is whether you make a shopping list or not.
Do You Need a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
A VPN creates a secure connection between you and the internet. If you install a VPN client, and connect to the internet, all your internet traffic will be sent through an encrypted virtual tunnel.
Think Twice Before You One-Click Purchase
There are several downsides to online purchases, even when it's Amazon—and these apply doubly to those tempting pop-up shops you've never heard of that show up in your Facebook and Instagram feed.
