Summer can be a brutal time of the year - the sun is shining and the temperatures are always climbing. Keeping cool can be hard but it doesn't have to be so hard on your wallet.
Read MoreSummer may feel like it's just begun but that means nothing to retailers touting their back to school stock. With the inevitable expense looming, how can you make it through this season without spending a fortune?
Read MoreBuilding up and maintaining good credit can be complicated. Carrying a balance on one or all of your cards is almost inevitable but is it always a bad thing?
Read MoreCredit card theft is something that does not discriminate. But what can you do to avoid the most common areas of theft?
Read MoreIf you are hitting the road this summer and exploring a different country there are a few things you need to take into account before you leave to avoid vacation ruining financial disasters.
Read MoreIf you are used to paying the monthly minimums on all of your cards having extra cash or an increase in income is a wonderful thing. But which of your debts should you focus on paying down first?
Read MoreWhen you are finally considering purchasing your own home there is a lot you need to do to understand your finances so you can get a mortgage that works for your life. One of those key numbers is your debt to income ratio.
Read MoreSummer is the time when pretty much everyone has a bit of wanderlust. But if you're on a budget right now or saving for a new home you may not think you have the cash for a trip this season. The truth is you can travel and have a great vacation while sticking to your budget...
Summertime is getting close! This year take a few steps to save and manage your money better so you can have fun without the huge spend.
If you've been looking to improve your credit you are probably familiar with many terms that affect your credit score - one being a hard inquiry. What exactly is a hard inquiry and what does it mean for your credit?
Read MoreIn 2015 the US joined Europe and much of the world in utilizing EMV technology on credit and debit cards. But why exactly did we add those little computer chips to our cards?
Read MoreOwning your own home is a big part of the American dream. When you are ready to take the plunge there are a few steps in the beginning that can determine where you may end up.
Read MoreIf your wallet is stuffed or you've finally paid off that troublesome balance canceling a credit card can seem like the smart thing to do. But is it really the best idea for your credit?
Read MoreNot everyone gets money back from the government during tax season. For those who have to pay up there's one thing you definitely shouldn't do - pay with a credit card.
Read MoreDealing with a low credit score is a reality for millions of Americans. And while there are many pieces that go into building your score there is one that holds the most weight - making on-time payments.
Read MoreIt has an enormous impact on your credit score but how much do you know about your credit utilization ratio?
Read MoreWe are in a television renaissance - and the price to participate has never been higher. How can you still get everything you want without paying the hefty price?
Read MoreSaving money is tough but sometimes you don't have to completely eliminate things that make you happy to put some money in the bank.
Read MoreStill contemplating freezing your credit after the Equifax breach last year? Well now you've got another shot to do so without a fee.
Read MoreWe've all been at the checkout at our favorite store when the cashier asks if we would like to save additional money by opening a credit card with that store. What should you do?
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