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!
Watch Out for These Medicare Scams
The new Medicare cards have a unique ID consisting of random numbers instead of Social Security Numbers. As a result, there has been a rise in scams as scammers try to steal these new numbers.
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.
Can You Flourish in a Gig Economy?
I'm sure you've heard of the term "gig economy", but do you know what it is? Or—perhaps more importantly—how it may impact you and your (future) career?
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.
What You Should Know About Payroll Cards
A payroll card, also called a pay card, is a prepaid card that is used to provide an employee's wages each payday.
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.
Maximizing Rebate Cards and Gift Cards
If you've ever received a gift card, you know that they can be useful tools to help pay for goods and services. But they also come with a few limitations.
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.
Are Fast-Moving Developments Challenging You Financially?
Financial challenges can disrupting to your budget, especially if it’s tight. But what if your tight budget actually had more flexibility to accommodate these challenges?
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.
What You Should Know About the Capital One Data Breach
Capital One does not believe that the information stolen has been used in fraud or was widely disseminated although they will continue to investigate.
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.
Can't Buy Me Happiness?!
We tend to believe that we need products to live a happy life and feel good, but most of all that we are responsible for our own happiness.
Beware of Offers to Improve Your Credit Score
Advertising statements such as "free" and "no credit card needed" imply that the product won't cost you dollars, but you will be paying with your data and personal information.
Watch Out for These Latest Twists on Senior Scams
Some seniors are good targets because they are trusting, uncomfortable with technology, and usually answer the phone rather than let a call go to voicemail.
Hacked on Social Media?
Are you unknowingly bombarding friends with random tweets with dark links? Sharing pictures and clickbait links on Instagram without your knowledge? Is your Facebook spontaneously liking pages?
What You Need to Know About the Equifax Data Breach Settlement
Almost two years ago Equifax announced a data breach that exposed the personal information of 147 million people. Now a recent settlement includes help for consumers impacted by the breach.
FoolProof Saving: How to Save Successfully
For many Americans, the suggestion of having three to six months of savings in an emergency fund is daunting. As a new saver, you're probably wondering where should you start.
About to Lose Income? Tips to Weather the Storm
A loss of income can result from a job loss, pay cut, injury or illness. It's not something that many people want to think about. Here are some tips to help you prepare.
