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Should You Lend Money to Friends?

March 31st, 2015 by Yael Kent

When a friend asks to borrow money, you undoubtedly feel like they've put you on the spot. Of course, you do want to help your friend out, but there's probably a reason he's turning to you rather than to the bank. You may be the most financially successful person in your group of friends, but this doesn't mean that they should treat you like an ATM. On the other hand, if you want to help your friend out, you can do so in a way that makes it more likely for you to keep your friendship and get your money back.

Is Your Significant Other Causing You to Break the Bank?

March 26th, 2015 by Yael Kent
In most cases, the word "savings" and the word "dating" do not go hand-in-hand. Although you will certainly be responsible for spending more money on your significant other and yourself than you would on yourself alone, your significant other does not have to completely rob you of all of your financial freedom. Here are just a few of the top ways to tell if your significant other is breaking your bank.
 

The Millennial's Quandary: Rent, Buy, or Just Stay Home?

March 25th, 2015 by Yael Kent

The intersection of the so-called American Dream and the Millennial Generation - those people born between 1990 and 2000, plus or minus a few years - is a very interesting phenomenon to look at and study. By all accounts, Millennials are the most politically active, technologically savvy, socially conscious generation since, well, ever maybe, yet they routinely fail to find purpose on the path of daily life. 

Weekly Tip: Think about waiting before collecting Social Security benefits.

Although you may start collecting Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62, you may not want to. Obviously if you really need to, it is important to start receiving those benefits. But what many people don’t know is that the longer you wait, the more money you can get. 
 
Updated by Alice Bryant on Fri, 2015-03-20 16:01

Are You Making These Stupid Shopping Mistakes?

March 19th, 2015 by Yael Kent
Shopping isn’t always a bad thing. It can help you improve your credit, but many people aren't aware of the best ways to do this. There are a lot of insider tips that can make a big difference to your final bill and help you rack up a lot of points on your card. Unfortunately, many people make these simple shopping mistakes that end up costing a lot.

Is This the End of ATM Cards?

March 16th, 2015 by Yael Kent

Despite the popularity of ATM cards to consumers, it seems that they will soon become extinct. There are actually two primary forces moving against the ATM card — one being customer convenience and security, and the other being cost efficiency for banks. 

Daylight Savings: Saving You Money and Time

March 13th, 2015 by Alice Bryant
With the days growing longer and warmer and the clock set forward an hour, many people are adjusting to the time change and getting ready for summer. However, what most people don't realize is that Daylight Savings Time can actually help bolster their financial and credit health and save them money as well. Here are ten ways Daylight Savings Time can help a money-savvy person save money and use time more efficiently!
 
1. New Vistas In Dating
 

Credit Bureaus Sign New Guidelines to Handle Credit Report Disputes

by on March 13, 2015

The three major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion) have agreed to new guidelines for handling disputes on credit reports. According to this settlement, announced Monday by the New York Attorney General, credit disputes will now be handled by trained reviewers to determine what actually happened. 
 

Top Things to Know About Your Taxes

March 5th, 2015 by Yael Kent
The 2015 tax season brings about a variety of changes for every consumer. From the new healthcare law and required payments for penalties to adjusted calculations for different tax brackets, you might be surprised at how much of a refund you get or how much you have to pay. 
 

Costco Announces New Credit Card Partnership

by on March 4, 2015

On Monday, Costco announced a new partnership with Citi and Visa. Starting on April 1, 2016, Costco will begin accepting Visa at its US stores. And Citi, the world’s largest issuer of consumer credit cards, will be the exclusive issuer of Costco’s credit cards. 
 

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