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Credit Score Improvements

As technology advances, and as credit score algorithms become more sophisticated, efforts are being made to measure more consumer behaviors, and to i[...] read more »
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Is It a Good Idea for the Credit Market to Ease?

Mailboxes are starting to see an influx of credit card offers after a period of tightening. It might be a little easier to get approved for a loan or[...] read more »
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Do I Have to Pay Taxes on Deposit Account Earnings?

One of the questions that many have when it comes to taxes is whether or not it is required to pay taxes on deposit account earnings. The short answe[...] read more »
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How to Encourage Your Spouse to Save Money

If you want to get your spouse on board with saving, you are going to need to take a more subtle approach — one that allows your spouse to catch the [...] read more »
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When Should I Trade In My Old Car?

There aren’t many in our neighborhood choosing to drive a car that is as old as ours. We seem to think that there is a need to keep “trading up.” And[...] read more »
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* Loans for People with Bad Credit

If it appears that you have trouble paying back your loans, lenders will be a little more cautious with regard to providing the funds you desire. Eve[...] read more »
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Watch Out for These Signs of Fraud

Even the smartest people sometimes fall prey to fraud. You can, though, reduce the chances that you will be taken in. Here are some red flags to watc[...] read more »
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* IRS Payment Plan: Help for Those Who Can't Pay Their Taxes

Whatever the reason, you might find that you owe the IRS a tax bill that you can’t afford. So, what can you do? The IRS does have a solution for you.[...] read more »
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Love and Money: Should you merge bank accounts?

Deciding whether to have a joint account or separate accounts is something that requires thought. Here are three ways couple can handle their bank ac[...] read more »
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* Sweating the Big Stuff

Sometimes we get so focused on the coupon clipping and the brown bagging it each day that we forget about the big stuff — and we fail to consider wha[...] read more »
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Saving Up for a New Home

It is a good idea to be ready to purchase a home. Usually this means that you will need to save up for a down payment. read more »
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Best of Money Carnival #90: Valentine’s Day Edition

This week's edition of the Best of Money Carnival, featuring the 10 best posts of the week. read more »
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* 7 Money Traps to Avoid

It seems as though there are plenty of pitfalls that can result in wasting money instead of getting the most out of it. Make sure you are avoiding th[...] read more »
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Are You Talking with Your Family About Money?

Having money discussions with your children can be a good way for them to get a handle on what is happening in your family, as well as provide inform[...] read more »
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15 Awesome Financial Apps for Android and iPhone

Whether you have an iPhone or an Android, you can find some good apps to help you keep track of it all. read more »
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